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The Hyrax. Hyrax are small mammals that outwardly resemble something akin to a rabbit, but that resemblance is only skin deep. In fact, in most other physical ways, hyrax resemble elephants. The skull has a single pair of long, strong, tusk-like incisors and molars that resemble rhinoceros' molars. They are extremely adept at climbing large rocks and have pads on their feet that assist them in climbing steep and uneven surfaces. Hyrax may live in herds of as many as 80 animals in the cliffs and cavities of rock outcroppings. Within that larger herd, smaller flocks are created with an adult male in charge. They spend most of their time lounging about basking in the sun or huddled into groups. They do this because of an unusual aspect of hyrax biology. Unlike most other mammals they do not completely self regulate their internal body temperature. Ambient temperatures dictate body temperature, so they have to bask in the sun or huddle together to keep warm. Hyrax babies are very well developed at birth and look just like the adults in every way except size. They have fully opened eyes and are very precocial. They are fully weaned in 10 weeks and can reproduce at 16 months.

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