domestic donkey
Domestic donkey (Equus asinus)
The domestic donkey (Equus asinus) is a domesticated descendant of the African wild donkey and has a long history as a working animal. Donkeys are used for carrying loads, agricultural work and other tasks, especially in developing countries. Here are some interesting facts about donkeys:
Description
- Size and Weight: Donkeys vary in size depending on the breed and the environment in which they live. Height ranges from 90 to 160 cm and weight from 180 to 570 kg.
- Color: The color of a donkey's coat can be different, from gray, brown to black, white or a combination. A typical sign is a dark cross on the back, which is formed by a dark line from the head to the tail and a transverse line across the shoulders.
- Ears: Donkeys have long ears that help regulate body temperature and improve hearing.
Habitat and Distribution
- Origin: Donkeys are native to Africa and were domesticated around 5,000 to 7,000 years ago.
- Distribution: Today, donkeys are distributed throughout the world, especially in Africa, Asia, the Mediterranean and Latin America.
Food
- Diet: Donkeys are herbivores. Their diet consists mainly of grass, hay, leaves and twigs. They are able to survive on poor food and in dry conditions where other animals would not survive.
- Method of feeding: They have a very efficient digestive system that allows them to obtain maximum nutrients from poor food.
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