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Animal Qualities

Special features

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Animals grouped here express a similar quality through their behavior in nature. Each species still has its own principle, lesson, meaning, and field-guide page.

2 species

Black-necked Stilt (Himantopus mexicanus) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Black-necked Stilt

Species principle: Extension

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One special feature can extend the world you are able to enter.

Black-necked Stilts have extremely long legs that let them wade through shallow wetlands while feeding on aquatic invertebrates and small prey.

Proboscis Monkey (Nasalis larvatus) thumbnail image on AnimalDex

Proboscis Monkey

Species principle: Odd Utility

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Unusual features become perfect when the whole habitat uses them.

Proboscis Monkeys live near rivers and mangroves, with enlarged noses in males, partially webbed feet, swimming ability, and leaf-specialized digestion.

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