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« Reply #6 on: February 02, 2010, 12:38:50 AM » |
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Pangolin
The pangolin (also called the scaly anteater) is an unusual mammal that is covered with tough, protective scales made of keratin. The pangolin has scales that cover everything except the belly, snout, eyes, ears, and undersides of the limbs. The pangolin has short legs with huge claws; it uses its claws to dig into ant hills and termite mounds. The sticky tongue is up to 27 inches long. The pangolin ranges from 24-62 inches long. The pangolin has no teeth. The long tail is prehensile; the pangolin can even hang from its tail.
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« Reply #7 on: February 02, 2010, 12:39:15 AM » |
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Kathie Shayne
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« Reply #8 on: February 02, 2010, 12:39:43 AM » |
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Alligator Snapping Turtle
Alligator snapping turtles are the largest freshwater turtles. They weigh between 155 and 175 pounds (70 to 80 kg). They are characterized by three large, pronounced ridges, or keels, that run from the front to the back of the carapace. With powerful jaws and a large head, they are unique among snapping turtles for having eyes on the side of the head. The alligator snapping turtle looks very primitive and has been called the dinosaur of the turtle world.
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« Reply #9 on: February 02, 2010, 12:40:49 AM » |
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Alligator Snapping Turtle
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