An animal category is a broad classification of animals that share certain characteristics. The three crossword solutions for the term animal category are BREED (5 letters), REPTILE (7 letters), and INSECT (6 letters). A BREED is a specific type of domesticated animal, such as a Labrador Retriever or a Siamese cat. Reptiles are cold-blooded animals with scaly skin, such as snakes, lizards, and turtles. Insects are small invertebrates with six legs, such as ants, bees, and beetles.