Hyrax

Hyrax

Kingdom Animal	Class Mammal
Order Hyrax	Status Varies by species.
Added by JindoJeff -	Date Updated Wed Apr 10 19:46:31 2013
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Hyrax Species

Rock Hyrax

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Hyrax Facts & Trivia for kids

There are four living species of Hyrax.
Hyraxex may resemble rabbits but they are more closely related to hoofed mammals.
Hyraxes can climb steep rock faces.
The pads of the Hyraxes foot is moistened by glandular secretions, which helps it climb.
Hyraxes are found in Africa and the Middle East.
Many species or subspecies of Hyrax are endangered.
Hyraxes have poor temperature control and may huddle together for warmth.

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