Xerocole
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A xerocole, is a general term referring to any animal that is adapted to live in a desert. The main challenges xerocoles must overcome are lack of water and excessive heat. To conserve water they avoid evaporation and concentrate excretions. Wikipedia
Lifespan: Dromedary: 40 years
Mass: Fennec fox: 1.5 – 3.5 lbs, Addax: 210 lbs, Dromedary: 880 – 1,300 lbs, and more
Gestation period: Fennec fox: 50 – 52 days, Addax: 263 days, Dromedary: 15 months, and more
Source: Encyclopedia of Life
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