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This document provides information on various animals that live in desert environments. It describes the physical characteristics and attributes of the armadillo lizard, banded gila monster, bobcat, cactus wren, coyote, desert bighorn sheep, desert kangaroo rat, desert tortoise, and javalina. For each animal, details are given about their weight, size, unique physical features, and longevity. Videos are also provided as supplemental resources for some of the desert animals.
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