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Do whales have fins?

The main purpose of a dorsal fin is to keep the whale stable as it moves through the water. It also prevents the whale from rolling around in the water while it moves. While not all whales have dorsal fins, all whales are born with two flippers along the sides of their bodies that help them to propel their large bodies through currents in the ocean water with ease. Beluga whales and baleen whales have dorsal fins.

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Where can you buy a suckling pig?

Tender Belly is pig farm in Iowa, founded and overseen by native Iowans. Tender Belly sells Berkshire suckling pigs in weight ranges of 10 to 25 pounds. Tender Belly states that its Berkshire suckling pigs consume nothing except mother's milk. Most orders ship within two days.\n\nMcReynolds Farms, based in Arizona, has been selling suckling pigs online since 1994. The actual farm is in Winden, but the suckling pigs are prepped and frozen at a plant in Phoenix. McReynolds Farms keeps suckling pigs in stock year-round and delivers suckling pigs raw and ready for cooking.\n\nSugar Mountain F..

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What do salmon eat?

The larger salmon become, the larger their prey is. Large salmon will feed on herring, krill and other types of fish. Juvenile salmon do not eat such a wide range of food and typically only eat larvae and zooplankton. Salmon are prey for a large variety of sea creatures, including whales, seals and sea lions. Other fish also prey upon them. To avoid predators, salmon swim in deep areas. They also school closely together in order for predators to confuse them with larger fish. Another predator for salmon is humans, who fish for them commercially all around the world.

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What are the best types of milk goats?

Alpines have a straight face, erect ears and can be any color except white or light brown with white markings. Saanens are white or light cream and have a straight or concave face with erect ears. They are the largest of the breeds and have a large udder capacity. Sables are Saanens that are not white or light cream. Nubians are easily identified by their long droopy ears and convex nose. They generally produce milk higher in protein and butterfat. They have a tendency to be stubborn and have a distinct sound.\nNigerian Dwarfs are a miniature breed and have a straight or slightly concave face ..

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What is a marlin?

Some marlin species, such as the Atlantic blue marlin and the black marlin, can grow to be longer than 16 feet. They are popular targets for sport fishermen due to their size and because they are known to put up a good fight once hooked.\nThe blue marlin is famous in literature. Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and the Sea" tells the story of a fisherman and his battle to catch a blue marlin.

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How do you find a good veterinarian for a cat?

Only ask friends who take good care of their pets, as Pam Johnson-Bennet suggests, and make sure to ask them why they recommend a certain veterinarian. Once you have some suggestions, look into the actual clinic, and think about what kind of practice you prefer. Consider factors such as location, hours and size. If there are any associated services that are important to you, such as a boarding facility or mobile services, take them into account.\nConsider scheduling a preliminary appointment before your cat actually needs an exam, as Pam Johnson-Bennet advises. Take a few minutes to talk to th..

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What is the American Kennel Club?

Founded in 1884 by 13 dog breed clubs, most of which were American, the newly formed AKC pledged to advance the breeding, study and exhibition of purebred dogs, as well as establishing the maintenance and running of purebred dogs. It has an extensive registry regarding the purity of dogs in each breed through established pedigrees, and it provides breeder information for people to contact concerning the purchase of purebred dogs and their pups. This advances contact between breeders to arrange breeding between particular dogs.\nPresently, the AKC establishes dog breed standards concerning most..

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How do owls fly?

Flapping flight in birds, including owls, involves a downstroke and an upstroke. The downstroke is a downward and forward motion that propels the bird forward. The ends of the primary feathers separate during the upstroke, and the wing folds inward towards the body to reduce drag.\nIn most birds, air passes over the wing surface, creating turbulence and a rushing sound. However, the leading edge of an owl primary is comb like, while the opposite edge has soft fringes. This fringing breaks up the turbulence and reduces sound, making owl flight near silent.\nOne benefit of near-silent flight is ..

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What are some gentle giant dogs?

The Newfoundland tops out at 28 inches at the shoulders, weighs up to 150 pounds and is a working dog that doesn't mind children climbing all over it and pulling on ears. Greater Swiss Mountain dogs also stand around 28 inches at the shoulder, while the Bernese is slightly shorter and has longer hair. Both require a lot of activity and benefit from good training, and they are very sweet and enjoy the company of family. A Saint Bernard can top the scale at up to 200 pounds, but these dogs have been bred for a gentle disposition for centuries. With longer hair, the Saint Bernard requires pl..

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What is in Blue Buffalo cat food?

Blue Buffalo makes 33 different dry cat foods and 48 different wet cat foods. Their product line is split into four types of food. Their basic line is called Blue for cats, which contains basic foods that have grains as well as meat. They have a grain-free line called Blue Freedom, which replaces grains with potatoes, peas and carrots. They also have a line for cats with allergies called Blue Basics, and a higher-protein line called Blue Wilderness.

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