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Holly Sidell 2 nd 4/8/13
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RANGE Jackal is generally found in deserts, steppes and semi-arid deserts Jackals habitats include desert, grassy plains and open savannas depending on the type of jackal
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Canis Aureus SCIENTIFIC NAME
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Jackals vary in size and color depending on species, however, they generally measure 15 - 20 inches high at the shoulder, have a body length of 70 - 86 centimeters and weigh between 15 - 35 pounds. PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION
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Jackals may gather to scavenge a carcass or to hunt larger prey such as antelope, gazelles and livestock but normally hunt alone or in pairs. Their diet consists of small mammals, birds, amphibians and reptiles. DIET
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TThe female Jackal has a gestation period of 8 - 9 weeks (2 months) after which a litter of 3 - 6 pups is born. Each pup weighs 200 – 250 grams at birth. Also Jackals are monogamous. BREEDING
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Jackals are very territorial and monogamous pairs will fiercely defend their territory from intruders. Jackals are very vocal and communicate with each other using a loud yell or yap, growls and high pitched howls, particularly when prey is located. SPECIAL BEHAVIOR
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Can maintain a speed 16 km/h. Jackals mate for life. The Egyptian god Anubis was depicted as a man with the head of a jackal. WEIRD INFO
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VIDEO/ SOUND
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What I think about jackals is that they are very territorial. Also that are part of the wolf family. Also they are playful and are very fast runners. I think that jackals are very cute. And I would like to have one as a pet. CONCLUSION
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http://www.canids.org/species/canis_aureus.htm http://www.canids.org/species/canis_aureus.htm http://www.outtoafrica.nl/animals/engjackal.html http://www.outtoafrica.nl/animals/engjackal.html http://a-z-animals.com/animals/jackal/ http://a-z-animals.com/animals/jackal/ http://www.thejunglestore.com/Jackals http://www.thejunglestore.com/Jackals SITES
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