Which animal has the longest tail?

Lengthy Lizards Giraffes have the longest tails of any land mammal—up to 8 feet (2.4 meters)—but it's easier to think of the length of an animal's body in relation to its tail length, says Robert Espinoza, a biologist at California State University, Northridge.

1. What animal has a long thin tail?
2. Which bird has the longest tail?
3. Which animal has the longest fur?
4. What monkey has the longest tail?
5. Do snakes have a tail?
6. Which animal has the longest tail between lion and giraffe?
7. Can peacocks fly?
8. Which animal has long ear?
9. Which animal has the second longest neck?
10. What animal is an ox?
11. What is kangaroo tail?
12. Do lizards have long tails?
13. Why do giraffes have long tails?

What animal has a long thin tail?

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But, a tell-tale sign that you are looking at a muskrat is that you can see its long thin tail above the surface of the water. When beavers swim, their tail is generally under the water and not visible.

Which bird has the longest tail?

One of the most spectacular birds-of-paradise, the male ribbon-tailed astrapia has the longest tail feathers in relation to body size of any bird, over three times the length of its body.

Which animal has the longest fur?

After humans, the mammal with the longest hair is the musk ox.

What monkey has the longest tail?

The crab-eating macaque has several common names. It is often referred to as the long-tailed macaque due to its tail, which is often longer than its body.

Do snakes have a tail?

Yes, snakes do have tails. Depending on the snake species, the length of the tail can vary quite a bit. The tail does not serve much of a purpose for all species, and it can be quite small depending on the snake that you are talking about.

Which animal has the longest tail between lion and giraffe?

The male long-tailed widow bird (Euplectes progne) is the animal with the longest tail in relation to its body. It measures 3 feet which is four times the length of its 9-inch body! They are found in Botswana, Namibia, and other countries in Southern Africa. They live in swampy grasslands.

Can peacocks fly?

Peacocks can (sort of) fly – they tend to run and take several small leaps before a big final hop. They can't stay airborne for very long, but their huge wingspan allows them to flutter quite far. 9. ... Peacocks like to roost in high places, like roofs or trees.

Which animal has long ear?

Elephants are well-known for their enlarged ears and have even been featured in a Disney movie for it, but among the two species of extant elephants in Africa, the African Bush Elephant holds the record for having the largest ears to body ratio.

Which animal has the second longest neck?

The longest neck of any living animal today is that of the adult male giraffe, which can reach eight feet in length. A distant second, the ostrich, has up to three feet of neck.

What animal is an ox?

An ox (/ˈɒks/) (plural oxen, /ˈɒksən/), also known as a bullock (in BrE, AusE, and IndE), is a male bovine trained and used as a draft animal. Oxen are commonly castrated adult male cattle; castration inhibits testosterone and aggression, which makes the males docile and safer to work with.

What is kangaroo tail?

Scientists previously thought kangaroos used their tails for balance or support as they walked. But the new research shows they use their tails like an extra leg to propel themselves. In fact, the tail provides more power to help them move than their front and hind legs combined.

Do lizards have long tails?

With lizards, a long tail aids in actions like running across the ground. ... They have incredibly long tails, over three times their body length. This species is found across Southeast Asia. It is also a popular pet lizard.

Why do giraffes have long tails?

Grazing animals such as elephants, zebras and giraffes have long, thin tails with a tuft of hair on the end. These tails function like built-in fly swatters that enable the animals to protect themselves from biting insects.