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= = =Desert Animals =

**. Kangaroo Rat- this animal lives in the scrub of the Mojavi desert. as big as a mouse,yellow and white coloring, and very big eyes. Adaptations- small,little fur, and burrow in ground.

. Bobcat- weight- 15-20 pounds, white, black, brown, and orange, can be found basically anywhere but most common in the southwest deserts. Adaptations- big ears, fur that blends in.

. Big horn Sheep- lives near steep slopes, excellent eye sight, live in mostly waterlees enviroments, muscular bodies. Adaptations- big ears,long legs, fur that can blend in.

. Antelope- aren't many left, brown fur with white lines on under part of neck, fawns are vulnerable to bobcats and coyotes. Adaptations- long legs and big ears.

.** ** Coyote- Tan coat, known for their excellent eye sight, live in all kinds of habitats not only desert, and eat mostly rodents and do hunt large animals like antelope. Adaptations- big ears, fur blends them in to grass brush etc, and sharp eye sight.**



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