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Moose are also called Rubber Nosed Swamp Donkeys

Updated on May 14, 2024March 31, 2023

Rubber nosed swamp donkey (or just swamp donkey) is another term used for Moose in parts of Canada like the Yukon. 

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Cows Can Run As Fast As 25 mph/ 40kph

Updated on May 14, 2024March 31, 2023
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Each foot of the starfish can actually smell, taste, touch, and grab

Updated on May 17, 2024March 30, 2023

Starfish use these feet to eat by grabbing their prey and shoving it directly into their mouths. Starfish use these feet to eat by grabbing their prey and shoving it directly into their mouths. 

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The unique stripes of the zebra are believed to help them regulate their body temperature in warmer climates and act as camouflage

Updated on May 14, 2024March 30, 2023
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Moose comes from the Algonquin word ‘moosu’ meaning ‘bark stripper’

Updated on May 14, 2024March 23, 2023

Moose comes from the Algonquin word ‘moosu’ meaning ‘bark stripper.’  Moose only eat plants and are often seen grazing in forest meadows. 

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