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Mammals That Start With F

By Joanne Spencer · Updated 27 April 2026

F gathers a small but distinctive group of mammal names, from the elusive fishing cat in Asian wetlands to the French Bulldog in living rooms across the world. Here’s the complete guide to mammals starting with the letter F.

Quick facts about mammals starting with F

  • Total entries: 13 mammals whose names start with F.
  • Wild mammal species: 2.
  • Dog breeds: 8.
  • Cat breeds: 0.
  • Rabbit breeds: 3.

Wild mammals starting with F

A-to-Z list of wild mammal species whose common names begin with this letter.

Field Vole

Field Vole wild mammal

Small grass-eating rodent of European fields and meadows.

Fishing Cat

Fishing Cat wild mammal

Wild Asian wetland cat that dives for fish; webbed front paws.

Dog breeds starting with F

Domestic dog breeds whose names begin with this letter.

Feist Dog

Feist Dog dog breed

Small American hunting breed used for treeing squirrels and other small game.

Finnish Lapphund

Finnish Lapphund dog breed

Finnish reindeer-herding breed with a thick double coat.

Finnish Spitz

Finnish Spitz dog breed

Fox-like Finnish breed; the national dog of Finland.

Flat-Coated Retriever

Flat-Coated Retriever dog breed

Glossy black or liver-coloured retriever; cheerful and high-energy.

Fox Terrier

Fox Terrier dog breed

British terrier originally bred to flush foxes from their dens.

French Bulldog

French Bulldog dog breed

Compact bat-eared companion bulldog; one of today’s most popular city dogs.

French Spaniel

French Spaniel dog breed

Medium-sized French gun dog used for pointing and retrieving.

Frenchton

Frenchton dog breed

French Bulldog and Boston Terrier mix; small, sturdy companion.

Rabbit breeds starting with F

Domestic rabbit breeds whose names begin with this letter.

Flemish Giant Rabbit

Flemish Giant Rabbit rabbit breed

Largest domestic rabbit breed; can exceed 10 kg.

Florida White Rabbit

Florida White Rabbit rabbit breed

Compact, all-white American rabbit breed.

French Lop

French Lop rabbit breed

Large French rabbit breed with characteristic drooping ears.

Frequently asked questions

How many mammals start with the letter F?

Animal Corner covers 13 mammals whose names begin with the letter F, including 2 wild mammal species, 8 dog breeds, 0 cat breeds and 3 rabbit breeds. Use the lists above to browse each category.

What is the most famous mammal that starts with F?

The standout wild mammal name starting with F is the fishing cat. Among domestic breeds, popular F-starting names include the French Bulldog.

Are dogs, cats and rabbits considered mammals?

Yes. All dogs, cats and rabbits are mammals, alongside wild species like deer, elephants and whales. Mammals are warm-blooded vertebrates that nurse their young; this includes both wild species and the domesticated breeds derived from them.

What’s the smallest mammal whose name starts with F?

That depends on the letter, but on this page some of the smaller F-starting mammals include rabbit breeds and toy dog breeds. For wild species, see the species guides linked above.

How can I find more mammals on Animal Corner?

Browse the Animal Corner mammals hub at /mammal/ for the complete A-to-Z list, or use our individual breed pages: /dog-breeds/, /cat-breeds/ and /rabbit-breeds/.


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