Sep 26, 2024, 07:47 PM IST

8 animals that fear water

Shweta Singh

Most domestic cats dislike water and prefer to stay dry, though some breeds, like the Turkish Van, enjoy swimming.

Cats

Ground squirrels tend to avoid water and prefer dry land to avoid potential threats.

Ground Squirrels

While some rats can swim, they generally avoid water and prefer dry environments.

Rats

Despite being semi-aquatic, hippos can be wary of deeper water, preferring shallow areas for safety.

Hippos

Many bat species avoid flying over water due to the risk of becoming trapped or wet.

Bats

Although elephants love bathing, they can be cautious about deeper waters where they might struggle to swim.

Elephants

Giraffes are known to be cautious around water sources and will often avoid drinking if they feel exposed.

Giraffes

Hedgehogs are not fond of water and often avoid it, although they can swim if necessary.

Hedgehogs