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What is the name of a baby falcon?

The only protection from the elements eyasses have after hatching is a down coat. Therefore, eyasses require constant and immediate care and attention from their mothers in order to stay warm after hatching. Eyasses are not fed for a full 24 hours after hatching. A female falcon typically lays between two and four eggs, which are in incubation for about 30 days.

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How many kittens are typically in a first litter?

Although these are average ranges, cats normally have anywhere from one to nine kittens per litter. As of 2014, the most kittens on record from a single litter is 19. Cats usually only have four sets of teats, so feeding larger litters is challenging. Very young cats and very old cats both have reduced average litter sizes.

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What eats seahorses?

With over 40 different species in the world, seahorses are the slowest fish in the world and can come in all different shapes and sizes. Seahorses consume up to 3,000 tiny sea creatures each day, and do so by swallowing them whole through their tiny straw-like snout, rather than chewing their food first like other marine mammals.

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How do you identify carpet beetle larvae?

Carpet beetles cause the most damage during their larval stage. The pests eat fabrics, leather, feathers, fur, wool and other animal products, which can cause damage to furniture, carpet, clothing and many other home items. Carpet beetle larvae are usually found on or in padded and upholstered furniture or underneath baseboards and carpet and rug edges.\nIf you have a carpet beetle infestation, there are a number of ways to reduce and eliminate the pests. Vacuum carpeted areas, curtains and upholstered furniture thoroughly, as well as areas along baseboards. Launder any clothing, linens, stuff..

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How do you start a worm farm for fishing purposes?

Worms are sensitive to light and changes in temperature. A lidded enclosure that is opaque helps to ensure that the temperature inside remains constant, and allows the worms to escape harsh sunlight. Transporting the enclosure indoors during the summer and winter months further ensures that the worms are not exposed to temperatures that are lethal.\nWorms require a moist habitat in order to survive. For this reason, the bedding inside the enclosure has to be moist but not saturated. The 1/4-inch holes in the sides and bottom of the enclosure allow it to drain any excess water from the habitat,..

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What is a female bear called?

The most common bear in the world is the North American black bear. This bear species can be found in forested areas from northern Mexico to subarctic Canada. The largest species of bear is the polar bear, which can be found in the Arctic Circle. The smallest bear is the sun bear, which lives in the tropical climates of Southeast Asia. Little is known about this species of bear, which is also referred to as the "honey bear."

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What is a DDR German shepherd?

The DDR German shepherd was originally bred to be a working dog. They were used to patrol the 100-mile-long Berlin Wall and the 850-mile-long border that formerly separated East and West Germany. They were used for tracking and as sentries and attack dogs.\nBreeders focused on power and athleticism, requiring DDR dogs to scale six-foot walls. They were bred to withstand long, arduous patrols and harsh weather conditions. Dogs with a weak temperament or signs of hip dysplasia were culled.\nWithin five months of the wall coming down, half of the 50,000 border guard dogs were dismissed. Many were..

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How do you know if a fish is pregnant?

In addition to their abdominal swelling, some of the species of live-bearing fish develop a gravid, or a dark spot near their anal fin. The male fish fertilizes the eggs while they are still inside the female, and the young fish are born live, swimming on their own in a short amount of time. Fish that give birth to live young include mollies, platys, pike, swordtails and guppies, among others.\nMother fish that are about to give live birth become increasingly reticent, hiding among the castles and foliage in the aquarium. They are looking for a safe spot for the birth to take place without the..

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What is the free number for poison control for animals?

There are several other organizations that offer poison control hotlines to the public, but most require payment for their services. The ASPCA National Animal Poison Control Center is the largest poison control hotline for animals in North America and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The organization's number is 1-888-426-4435, and it charges a $65 consultation fee as of early 2015.\nPet Poison Helpline is also available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and charges $39 for each consultation as of early 2015. Their number is 1-800-213-6680.

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Why do puppies bite?

Controlled nipping is a normal part of canine communication and play, but puppies are not born knowing how to do it appropriately. Instead, they bite too often and too hard at first. Their mothers and litter mates start teaching them not to bite by yelping or moving away when they get too rough, but it sometimes takes awhile for puppies to learn. They then try the same behavior when they play with humans.\nSome humans accidentally teach puppies to bite for attention by reacting every time the puppy nips them. A bored puppy does not always distinguish between positive and negative attention, so..

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