Animal Colouring Sheets – Free Download
If you’re looking for the perfect activity on a quiet afternoon, look no further than our animal colouring sheets!
The perfect resource to print off and get creative with, including fish, seahorses and axolotls for you to colour in.
Download your animal colouring sheets here.
About the animals you’re colouring in
Want to learn a bit more about the different species included in our colouring sheets? Here’s some fascinating information for you to discover!
Arabian angelfish
The Arabian angelfish (Pomacanthus asfur) is typically found in the Western Indian Ocean, and is easily recognisable thanks to its deep blue, purple body and striking yellow bands. Their wing-like fins help to create a graceful silhouette as they move through the water.
Interestingly, like many angelfish, they are protogynous hermaphrodites. This means they are all born female, with the dominant members of the group transforming into males.
Lined seahorse
The lined seahorse (Hippocampus erectus) gets it name from the white lines across its body. They are a fascinating species as they can change colour, with variations ranging from orange and red to brown and black, and helps them to both camouflage from predators and sneak up on prey.
They are usually found in warm waters and areas that have coral, seagrass and mangroves. Typical habitats include the western Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. Funnily enough, they are actually poor swimmers just like other species of seahorse. They rely on their tails to attach themselves to coral and avoid being swept away!
Axolotl
The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is an incredibly fascinating creature, native to lakes and wetlands in Mexico City – specifically Lake Xochimilco. They are a type of salamander, and are known as a neotenic species, which means they retain their juvenile characteristics and appearance even into adulthood.
They are known for being able to regenerate their limbs, and are typically brown in colour but some are a pinkish white due a genetic condition. Today, they are classified as critically endangered due to threats to their habitat and commercial development, as well as water pollution.
Red tailed catfish
The red tailed catfish (Phractocephalus hemioliopterus) is found in South America. They can grow up to 1.5 metres and are active hunters, unlike other catfish species. The red tailed catfish has a broad head with long barbels, similar to others in its family. They use these whisker-type barbels for taste and touch, which is particularly helpful living in muddy and dark rivers.
They grow incredibly quickly and are carnivores, hunting mostly at night. You can’t miss it thanks to its red-orange tail!
Visit us today at Deep Sea World
You can see all of these species and much more at Deep Sea World, as well as special talks and feeds so you can see the animals in action. It’s the perfect opportunity to put your new knowledge of these creatures to the test. Book your tickets to visit us today!
