The Queensland Ringtail: Facts and Information

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"Physical Characteristics

The Queensland ringtail measures twelve to fourteen inches long and weighs twenty five to thirty nine ounces. Its tail is the same length as its body, twelve to fourteen inches. The fur of this species is a reddish or gray-brown and..."

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The Greater Hedgehog-Tenrec: Facts and Information

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"The greater hedgehog-tenrec is not in actuality a hedgehog. It is a tenrec. The hedgehog portion of its name comes from the fact that unlike tenrecs which erect their spines and attack their predators with them, the greater hedgehog-tenrec curls up into a spiny ball the way hedgehogs do.

Physical Characteristics

The greater hedgehog-tenrec is six to nine inches long. It weighs six to ten ounces. It is nearly tailless with..."

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