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What do magpies eat?

Magpies are historically associated with bison herds, as they provide a service to the animal by picking off ticks and other parasitic bugs from the animals' coats. Their diets change with the season, as magpies take advantage of any available source of food and adapt to eating fruits and nuts when available. Though the birds do eat plant matter, 70 percent or more of their diet consists of animal-based matter.

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How long does a great white shark live?

Great white sharks range in color from pale to dark gray, though they all have a white belly. It's from this white belly that their name is derived.\nGreat whites hunt their prey visually. Accelerating quickly to the surface, they ram their prey and stun it while taking a large bite. Once the prey is stunned and injured, the shark can return to feed on the carcass.

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Are there any breed-specific dog rescues for Papillons?

There are other breed-specific Papillon rescues on Petfinder.com, where many rescue organizations provide photos of dogs available for adoption. It is important to remember, however, that most rescue dogs have come from bad situations and need lots of care, according to Papillon 911 Rescue and Adoption, Inc. Choosing to rescue a Papillon from any one of these organizations is a responsible way to become a dog owner, but it should not be done in an attempt to get a bargain.

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How do chickens reproduce?

Hens are born with as many as 4,000 small ova in their ovaries, each of which can develop into a yolk. A rooster mounts a hen to bring their sex organs, both called cloaca, together, and the rooster’s sperm is transferred to the hen where it combines with the ova, resulting in fertilization. When the egg is laid it needs warmth and humidity for a chick to grow; this can be accomplished by the hen sitting on the egg or by artificial incubation. One mating delivers enough sperm to produce as many as five eggs.

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Do dogs wander off to die?

Aging dogs sometimes develop a disease known as Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CCDS), which is similar to Alzheimer's disease in humans. Dogs with this disease many venture outside of their normal territory and become disoriented and unable to find their way back home. If unable to find water, food, or shelter lost dogs with dementia may die as a result.

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What is a husky's life expectancy?

The husky is a playful, energetic breed. Huskies are friendly and easy to train. These dogs weigh up to 60 pounds when full grown, and stand up to 23.5 inches tall. Huskies have a dense, double-coat that provides a high-tolerance for cold weather. It requires regular brushing to maintain shedding. Originally, huskies were bred to pull sleds over large distances in cold areas, so they have high exercise needs.

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Where do Bengal tigers live?

A Bengal tiger habitat is quite varied. Bengal tigers can be found in the tropical rainforests of southern India, as well as mangrove swamps, open grassland and drier forests or scrub land. Despite this adaptability, they are considered endangered throughout their entire range due to encroachment by humans and poaching. Tiger body parts are considered medicinal in Chinese herbal medicine, and their skins are highly valued for their unique color and pattern. The unique tiger stripe pattern is used as camouflage for the tiger's preferred habitat of shady woodlands and tall grass.

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Where did the Russian mountain dog originate from?

The Russian mountain dog is very large compared to other dogs. It can grow from 25 to 28 inches in its 10- to 11-year lifetime. This dog breed has very strong family tendencies, protecting those that it regards as family ferociously. The Russian mountain dog is not well suited for small spaces or city life. Its size and ferocity require this dog to have as much space as possible.

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Can swans fly?

These birds, commonly known as mute swans, originally bred in the British Isles, north-central Europe and north-central Asia were introduced to America by settlers. Though they do not follow mass-migration patterns in their new home, European and Asian birds may travel as far as North Africa, the Near East, India and Korea to winter. Interestingly, though mute swans are generally silent, the sound of the their wings during flight can be rather loud.

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What are English goldendoodles?

The Smeraglia family, known for breeding English Teddy Bear Goldendoodles, notes that the Goldendoodle is a very intelligent dog that is good with children and makes an excellent service or therapy dog. This breed has a low- to non-shedding coat and is ideal for people with allergies. Goldendoodles come in colors ranging from cream to black and coat types from straight to curly.

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