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Ruppell’s Fox
Scientific Name: Vulpes rueppelli DID YOU KNOW? Rüppell’s foxes are built for the desert. Their big ears help them stay cool, and the fur on their feet protects them from hot sand. This fox is mainly nocturnal, spending the day in burrows dug in sand or gravel and emerging at night to hunt. Their excellent […]
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Scientific Name: Leopardus pardalis DID YOU KNOW? The ocelot is the largest member of its genus and is instantly recognised by its striking coat of spots, rosettes, and stripes. Each ocelot has a completely unique pattern, much like a fingerprint. Ocelots have a sharp sense of smell and great eyesight. They use their nose to […]
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Scientific Name: Leptailurus serval DID YOU KNOW? Servals are slim cats with long legs and ears, spotted copper coats, and black-tipped tails. They have the longest legs relative to body size of any cat, which helps them see above tall grasses in the savannah. They hunt mostly early morning and late afternoon, resting midday and […]
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Spotted Hyena INTERESTING FACTS Hyenas are known for their distinctive laugh, which they use to communicate with other members of their clan. However, contrary to popular belief, hyenas do not laugh when they are happy or amused. Instead, the laugh is often used as a sign of submission or to signal danger to other hyenas. […]
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Siberian Tiger
Siberian Tiger Scientific name: Siberian Tiger INTERESTING FACTS The Siberian Tiger is actually a subspecies of the Bengal Tiger. It is the largest subspecies, bigger than other Bengal Tigers. Males can weigh up to 310kg. These tigers tend to have less stripes then others and the stripes seem to be rather brownish. Usually, tigers live […]
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South African Vervet Monkey
South African Vervet Monkey Interesting Facts Vervet Monkeys are an active and agile species of monkeys and can be identified by their yellow to greenish-brown coat of hair, which brings them the nick name “green monkeys”. They practice allomothering: the mother has juvenile helpers, who help to take care of the babies. This allows...
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Horse
Horse INTERESTING FACTS One of the most interesting facts about horses is that they have a memory that is comparable to elephants. They can remember people, places, and things for years, which is why they are used for activities such as horse shows and competitions. Horses are also social animals and thrive on the company […]
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Eurasian Brown Bear
Eurasian Brown Bear INTERESTING FACTS Found in northern Eurasia. The Eurasian bear has a rich, and very thick, coat. The hair of this coat can grow up to five inches long. Coat color is highly variable, ranging from grayish-white through bluish and brownish shades to almost black. With a round head, small ears, and a […]
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Pony
Pony INTERESTING FACTS Ponies are small horse-like creatures that are known for their sturdy build and short stature. Here are some interesting facts about ponies: Ponies are smaller than horses, with an average height of between 12-14 hands (48-56 inches) at the shoulder. Strong and Durable: Ponies are known for their strong and durable...
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Plains Zebra
Plains Zebra INTERESTING FACTS There are three different species of Zebra: Plains Zebra, Mountain Zebra, and Grevy’s Zebra. Each species has different types of stripes from narrow to wide. Each individual zebra has a unique stripe pattern. Among all zebra species, the Grevy’s zebra is the largest. They have the thinnest stripes, extending all...
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