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What do you call a baby giraffe?

Baby giraffes are typically born at a height just under 2 meters and a weight of about 100 kilograms. Female giraffe calves tend to be slightly larger than males. Twin calves are relatively uncommon, but they have occurred in a few cases.\nThe use of the term "calf" to describe a young mammal is seemingly independent of geography, as it is used to categorize not only North American mammals like cows, but also African giraffes and African and Asian elephants.

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What causes silverfish?

Even in a new home, silverfish potentially turn up with construction materials, eating the packaging and glue from the supply containers. Once silverfish arrive, it can be a challenge to eradicate them. Silverfish live in moist areas, such as an attic, a basement, a garage, a kitchen and bathrooms. They eat the carbohydrates found in common products such as adhesives and glue, paper, photographs and wallpaper. They love old book bindings and magazines but can also subsist on fabrics such as cotton and polyester. In a pinch, they infiltrate oatmeal, flour and sugar.\nSilverfish life cycles rang..

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Is a bird an animal?

Birds are defined by their feathers, beaks that have no teeth and their high metabolism. While birds are known for adept flying, penguins, ostriches and many other birds use their forelimbs for purposes other than flight.\nThe origin of birds has long been a topic of controversy, since they have clear differences with reptiles, mammals and other groups, but research strongly suggests descent from dinosaurs. As a result, some palaeontologists suggest using the term nonavian dinosaurs when discussing the ancient creatures often called dinosaurs.

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What are some interesting facts about koalas?

Koalas spend the majority of their lives in trees, rarely coming down for any purpose. They sleep for an average of 18 hours a day, eating mostly at night. They get most of their moisture from the leaves in their diet and don't need to drink much water. Because of their exclusive diet of eucalyptus leaves, koalas naturally smell like cough drops.

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What are the traits of a Chihuahua and Fox Terrier mix?

Taco Terriers are also called Chitoxy. These diminutive dogs can be many different colors, including brown and white, black, light brown and white. Their ears are typically larger than their heads, and they tend to stand up straight and slightly fold over like a Chihuahua's ears. However, their faces and stocky shapes are more similar to a Fox Terrier's features.\nToy or Mini Fox Terriers are a small American breed of dog. These dogs weigh between 3 and 7 pounds, and they are between 8 and 11 inches high at the shoulder. Historically, this breed of dog was used to chase rats and hunt..

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What does a rattlesnake look like?

Adult rattlesnakes range in size from 1.6 to 6.6 feet in length. There are many different species of rattlesnakes, each with their own distinctive markings. Most species are characterized by distinctive markings in the shape of diamonds, hexagons or rhombus patterns formed by the scales along their backs. Many species also have nine large scales on the tops of their heads. Rattlesnakes are usually brown or gray, although some species display shades of green, orange or red.

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What is a female bird called?

The effectiveness of a hen's ovaries is determined by the life cycle of its species. Once the hen's ovaries start to develop, follicles begin to grow on the outer definable cortex of the ovaries. The medulla turns into a vascular zone that features nerves and blood vessels. Once an ovary is stimulated by hormones during the lay period, it bulges into the abdomen. The male counterpart of the hen is known as a rooster.

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What does crocodile meat taste like?

BuyExoticMeats.com notes that the meat has a bland taste and requires seasoning. Cooks normally grill, roast or barbecue crocodile meat in the same way as other meats. Because of its natural origin, crocodile meat is organic with no additives or preservatives. According to The Philippine Star, it is also free of MSG and is said to be an aphrodisiac. Dishes that can be made with crocodile meat include tapa, sausage, bicol express and sisig.

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What are some characteristics of predatory wasps?

Social predatory wasps live in groups with a breeding queen. They construct their nests using plant fibers and feed their young pre-chewed insects. Most species of wasp are entirely solitary, although some live in communal nests where each female is responsible for her own offspring. Predatory solitary wasps usually sting and paralyze their prey before laying eggs either on the prey or in its vicinity. Upon hatching, the wasp larvae feed on the subdued prey.

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What animals are prey for monkeys?

Ranging in size from about 4 1/2 inches to just over 3 feet tall, different types of monkeys can have very different features and habits. There are two groups of monkeys. Old World monkeys live in Africa and Asia. They have small, curved nostrils that are set close together. New World monkeys, which live in Mexico, Central America and South America, have nostrils that are farther apart. Some Old World monkeys have cheek pouches for storing food they'll eat later. No New World monkeys have this feature. New World monkeys have prehensile tails to grasp and hold objects, while Old World monk..

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