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 Animals
come in many amazing sizes and have many amazing skills that
Humans are unable to do such as flying, swimming deep under
the water and climbing trees.
Animals rely on these special
skills to stay alive in their often harsh environments. |
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 Lion
The Lion is the largest of all the African carnivores and may grow up to an
astonishing size of 3 metres long and 1 metre to the shoulder. |
 Bengal
Tiger
The Bengal Tiger can reach 91 centimetres in height from its feet to the shoulder,
making it the largest of all the cats. |
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 Bison
A North American Bison male may reach a height of nearly 2 metres and a weight
of 1 ton. It has heavy developed shaggy forequarters, topped by a hump
just behind the neck. Long, thick hair covers their head, neck and shoulders,
extending almost to the rump to keep them warm in winter. |
 Gnu
Gnus are a member of the Antelope family, it weighs up to 350 kg has a Buffalo
- like head, horns and huge shoulders. They rely upon their keen eye sight
and sense of smell to avoid Lions which are their greatest enemy. They
can run up to speeds of 40 miles per hour and live up to 20 years old. |
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 Wolf
The North American Wolf has a powerfully built skeleton, long nose, strong
jaws and ears always pricked. The North American Wolf can run up to speeds
of 28 miles per hour to catch its prey. Their coat varies in thickness
depending on the climate, and is generally brown / grey in colour with
a touch of black. They look similar to a large domestic dog but it howls
rather than barks. |
 Camel
The Bactrian Camel is easily distinguished from other members of the Camel
species because it has two humps. It can weigh up to 600 Kg. The hump acts
as a fat reserve which enables the animal to survive long periods without
food or water. A Camel can go 5-7 days with little or no food and water. |
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Help to pay for the care, feeding and general well-being of an animal for 12 months, plus you will also receive a special Adopt a Buddy Pack. |
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