Useful for word games and shiritori too! Animal names that start with “ko” (the “ko” sound)

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In word-chain games like shiritori, you sometimes play using animals as the theme, right?

Knowing lots of animal names can deepen your knowledge and even give you an edge when playing.

So in this article, we’ll be featuring animals that start with the syllable “ko.”

We’ve picked a variety—from animals you often see at zoos to rare ones.

You might discover unexpected facts, like the origins of their names or their characteristics.

Be sure to check out these animal and creature names you can use as prompts or answers in word games!

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Copper pheasant

They are pheasants that inhabit the eastern part of the Eurasian continent, such as China and the Korean Peninsula.

Although they are a different species from the pheasants that live in Japan, it is said that they sometimes mate with Japanese pheasants and produce offspring.

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In conclusion

After reading the article about animals that start with “ko” (the Japanese syllable こ), did you discover anything new? You probably came across not only well-known animals like koalas and koi, but also some rare ones.

Learning about the origins of animal names and their different types can spark a deeper interest, too.

Be sure to use this for word games or shiritori as well.