Surprising Facts About Donkeys

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The donkey is one of the most underappreciated animals and are mistaken for being stubborn.

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The truth is, donkeys are intelligent, sentient, and surprisingly strong. They can form deep and loyal bonds with their companions.

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They have exceptional senses of smell and hearing, and can remember people and places for years.

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Donkeys communicate through a wide range of vocalisations, and unlike horses, they can bray while both inhaling and exhaling.

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A donkey's bray can travel as far as 3 kilometers and can be heard up to 60 miles in the desert.

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They have dichromatic vision, which means they see blue and green but cannot distinguish red.

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They are incredibly strong and nimble, with sturdy bodies and strong hooves that allow them to navigate tricky terrain.

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They have highly efficient digestive systems that extract nutrients from coarse, fibrous plant material.

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