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How do zebras reproduce?

Zebra herds typically consist of a stallion and several mares, comprising a group known as a harem. Stallions compete with one another to lay claim to a harem. Once a stallion emerges victorious, his claim is challenged only when other stallions perceive weakness due to disease or injury.\nStallions reach sexual maturity at 4 years old, while mares reach sexual maturity between 2 and 4 years old. Like other equine species, a zebra mare in estrus — that is, in heat — often signals her willingness to breed with a stallion by "winking" the labia, or turning them outward.\nThe long gestation p..

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What are the symptoms of mange in dogs?

Dogs can get two types of mange: demodectic and sarcoptic. Demodectic mange is caused by Demodex canis mites, which naturally live on all dogs and usually are not noticeable. However, dogs with compromised immune systems cannot keep these mites controlled, and an outbreak occurs. Sacroptic mange is caused by Sarcoptes scabiei mites, which are an invasive species.\nSarcoptic mange usually involves severe itchiness and discomfort for the dog. Dogs may be restless and scratch incessantly. They often develop open sores, scabbing and generally red and irritated skin. These symptoms develop about a ..

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How much do lions eat?

Male lions usually stay back while the female lions do all of the hunting. Once a prey animal is taken down, male lions sometimes chase off the females and cubs and gorge themselves first. Their favored prey are zebra, antelope and buffalo. The typical lion makes around 15 kills a year and offsets this amount by eating carrion and animals killed by other members of the pride.

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How can you tell if your cat is sick?

WebMD warns pet owners that cats are more likely to hide their symptoms, especially if they are aloof or independent already. Cats should be watched carefully; cats often vomit for benign reasons, but chronic and reoccurring vomiting indicates an infection or even an obstruction in the gastrointestinal tract. Cats can eat bones, string and other small objects. Bloody stool or diarrhea is a warning sign that a cat needs to see a vet immediately.\nPetfinder recommends observing cats to see if they have any difficulty or pain associated with using the litter box. Lower urinary tract disease can m..

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How do you perform shark tooth identification?

Look at the shark toothUsing a magnifying glass, look closely at the shark tooth in question. Make note of its size and shape, as well as any major identifying characteristics.Notice if the edges of the tooth are serratedSerrated edges on shark teeth typically belong to white sharks, tiger sharks, bull sharks and hammerhead sharks. White shark teeth look strongly triangular, while tiger shark teeth look notched and flattened. Bull shark teeth also possess a triangular appearance, but are stubbier. Hammerhead shark teeth look similar to white shark teeth, but have a narrower end towards the poi..

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How do you stop a dog from eating poop?

Evaluate the situationConsider if the dog is being fed enough or if its food is of sufficient quality. Often a dog eats excrement because it is either not receiving enough food or because the food it does eat lacks nutrition. In addition, internal parasites such as tape worms can sap the dog of nutrients and calories, leading to more hunger and possible coprophagia. A veterinary visit can offer more insight and treatment in the event of parasites or other underlying medical problems.Maintain a clean living space A dog sometimes eats fecal matter if its living quarters are dirty and may attempt..

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Is a seahorse a fish?

Seahorses also belong to the family Syngnathidae and the genus Hippocampus.They use the power of camouflage to protect themselves from predators.\nThese creatures have such a unique appearance because they include characteristics from several different animals. A seahorse has a head like a horse, a tail like a monkey and a pouch like a kangaroo. A seahorse also appears to wear a crown, which is actually a group of spines on the top of its head.

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What kinds of spiders are orange?

Many spiders range in color from light brown to orange or from an orange-red to bright red. Some spiders such as the black widow have identifying markings that can range in color from yellow to red. Spiders use their coloring to blend in with their natural surroundings; this is a protective measure that helps them escape from predators.\nSpiders generally cannot be identified by color alone, since different specimens of the same species range dramatically in color. Many people believe that spiders can be identified by markings. This is false, as markings can vary greatly among the same species..

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Where do hummingbirds live?

While there are more than 300 species of hummingbirds living in the Western Hemisphere, Ecuador alone is home to 125 different species of hummingbirds, as of 2014. Ecuador's location near the equator and mid-range altitude allows the country to have a diverse range of plants and insects, which is important for a hummingbird habitat.\nIn North America, there are more varieties of hummingbirds located in the Western part of the United States. West of the Mississippi River is a diverse collection of climates ranging from mountains to deserts and tropical zones to grasslands. This diversity o..

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What do grasshoppers eat and drink?

Grasshoppers eat almost any plant. They are not picky and even eat the leaves on a tree. Special chemicals in the insect's saliva and stomach break down the roughage so their bodies can extract and use the carbohydrates within. Grasshoppers in captivity eat almost any type of vegetation, including lettuce, vegetables, grass and leaves. In response to certain environmental stimuli, grasshoppers grow larger and begin to swarm as locusts, devouring hundreds of miles of vegetation at a time.

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