Penguins

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Penguins are birds which have 'flippers' instead of wings.

Penguins are a family of 17 to 19 species of bird that live primarily in the Southern Hemisphere. They include the tiny blur penguins of Australia and New Zealand, the majestic emperor penguins of Antarctica and the king penguins found on many sub-Antarctic islands.

These 'birds' cannot fly and 'waddle' on land, though they can slide on their bellies on snow. Penguins are Expert swimmers and divers, and some species can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour.

The penguins distinctive colouring --- black body with white belly --- helps camouflage the bird in the water as it searches for meals of small shrimp, fish, crabs and squid.

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The Giraffe

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The Giraffe is the tallest mammal on Earth, even a newborn is taller than most humans.

Their tongues are bluish-purple and between 45-50cm long. Their feet are the size of a dinner plate with a diameter of 30cm.

The female Giraffe gives birth standing up. The young fall about 2m to the ground and can stand up within an hour of birth.

A Giraffe's heart weighs (approx.) 11kgs and is the biggest of any land mammal. It is used to pump 60 litres of blood around its body every minute at a blood pressure twice that of an average human.

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Love Your Pets

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Dogs have been our loyal companions for thousands of years. Cats love their independence but will always love our "cuddles."

Both dogs and cats enrich our lives !

How can we show our love for our pets ?

We feed them, groom them, take them for walks as well as to the vets.

How much more Love would you lavish on your pet ?

# there is now designer clothing for dogs and cats --- and don't they look "cute" ?

# dog and cat "beds" --- upholstered and luxuriously cushioned in a wide variety of designs and colours

# blankets for comfort and for owner and pet to snuggle up

# toys for dogs and cats --- knitted and rope toys for the dog to bite into and shake. Cat toys have catnip in them 

# cat scratchers and litter boxes just for cats

# pet carriers --- come in a wide variety of shapes and materials

# dog and cat bowls --- are in creative designs and colours, and are made of different materials

# there are food storage containers especially for dogs and cats

# dog and cat collars --- are available in leather, suede, rope and with matching leashes

# there are now special grooming equipment especially for dogs and cats.

So how much LOVE will you Lavish on your Dog or Cat ?

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Camels

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There are 3 species of camel :

1) dromedary camel

2) Bactrian camel

3) wild Bactrian camel

Wild camels are found in different parts of the world. The dromedary camel (Arabian camel) can be found in North Africa and the Middle East. The Bactrian camel lives in Central Asia. No matter the species, camels are usually found in the desert, prairie or steppe.

Camels are mammals with long legs, a big-lipped snout and a humped back. The humps consist of stored fat, which they can metabolize when food and water is scarce. Camels can shut their nostrils during a sand storm, so that sand does not go up the nose.

Camels have been a means of transport for humans for thousands of years.

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The Cheetah

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Cheetahs are the fastest land animal.

These cats have long, slender bodies covered with unique black spots scattered across their tan coats.

The name "Cheetah" comes from the Sanskrit word "Chitraka" which means "the spotted one."

Cheetahs are formidable carnivores that can sprint at speeds up to 60 to 70 mph. This cat can turn very quickly, even while in midair, thanks to their long tail, which counters their body weight.

Female cheetahs tend to be solitary, while male cheetahs live in groups made up of other male siblings called 'coalitions.'

Female cheetahs are pregnant for around 3 months and have a litter of 3 to 5 cubs. When the cubs are about 6 months old, the mother will start teaching them how to hunt and how to avoid predators. Mothers live with their cubs for about 18 months.

Cheetahs are carnivorous whose typical prey are small to medium size animals, such as gazelles, hares, young wildebeest, warthogs and birds.

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The Zebra

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Zebras are social animals which have never been truly domesticated.

There are 3 species of zebra: 1) the plains zebra, 2) the mountain zebra, 3) the Grevy's zebra.

Zebras live in Africa but each species has its own home area. The Plains Zebra live in the treeless grasslands and woodlands of eastern and southern Africa. The Grevy's Zebra lives in the arid grasslands of Ethiopia and northern Kenya.

Zebras have black and white stripes all over their bodies except for their stomachs, which are white. They have 4 one-toed hoofs. Their slender, pointed ears reach up to 8 inches in length. Zebras have manes of short hair that stick straight up from their necks. The stripes on their bodies continue to the mane.

Zebras reach 6 to 8 1/2 feet in length. Their tails are an additional 1 1/2 feet long.They feed on a variety of grasses. They are most active in the early morning and late afternoon.

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The Tiger

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The Tiger is the largest of the "Cat Family."

These cats have black striped orange fur and white bellies. A tiger's stripe pattern is like a fingerprint and can be used to identify individuals.

There are around 3,900 tigers in the wild. With the support of Tiger Protectors around the world, they are beginning to make a comeback.

These large cats are carnivorous animals, and they mostly eat large prey like deer, wild boar and even elephant calves. The have been known to kill and eat people.

The male tiger can grow to be over 3m long and weigh up to 300kg. The female tiger tends to be smaller.

The Tiger is relatively adaptable and historically lived across huge swaths of Asia. Researchers think that India hold around half of the world's remaining wild tigers.

Tigers do not shy away from water and enjoy bathing in streams and lakes to escape the heat in the hot climates.

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