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How long is a narwhal pregnant for?
A narwhal's gestation period typically lasts about 14 to 16 months. Females usually give birth to a single calf, usually in the spring or early summer. After giving birth, the mother will nurse the calf for around 20 months before it becomes more independent.
How long does it take to give birth to a dolphin?
It takes 12 months for a dolphin to give birth to another dolphin (calf).
How many babies do longhorns have?
Longhorn cattle typically give birth to one calf at a time, although twins can occasionally occur, but this is rare. The gestation period for a longhorn is about nine months, similar to that of other cattle breeds. After giving birth, a mother longhorn will usually care for her calf for several months before it starts to wean.
Do cows lactate all the time, or is there a specific period when they produce milk?
Cows do not lactate all the time. They typically lactate after giving birth to a calf and continue to produce milk for about 10 months to 12 months, until they are ready to give birth again.
Is it ok for a pregnant cow to nurse a calf?
Of course it is! They do it all the time! Dairy cows that are pregnant still give milk until a couple months before they have to give birth again, and beef cows that get pregnant a couple months after giving birth to their last calf (which they're still suckling) still give milk until their calf is weaned at around 6 to 10 months of age.
How many months does it take for a cat to give birth?
A cat is pregnant for about two months before giving birth.
How often do cows give birth?
A cow is generally and usually expected to give birth only once a year. However cows can give birth to calves once every 11 months. Occasionally a cow will give birth to a calf 10 months after her previous parturition, but that is quite rare.
How many babys does an yak lay?
A yak is a mammal, so they give birth to live young. After a gestation period of about 9 months, they give birth to a single calf.
What animal stands while giving birth?
Giraffes are known to give birth while standing up. This position can help the newborn calf to drop to the ground from a significant height, which can stimulate the calf to start breathing and get blood flowing through its body.
Do okapi hatch from eggs?
No, okapi do not hatch from eggs. They are mammals, which means they give birth to live young. Female okapi typically give birth to one calf after a gestation period of about 14 to 16 months. The calf is well-developed at birth and can stand and walk shortly after.
Can cows give birth lying down?
Yes. They have no problems giving birth when on their sides; sometimes its necessary because of the pain and contractions that are going through them that are so powerful that they can't stand to deliver their calf. A cow lying down to give birth will not hurt the cow nor the calf.
How do elephants give birth?
Female elephants have a gestation period of about 22 months before giving birth. They typically give birth to one calf, which is born weighing between 200-300 pounds. The birth itself usually happens quickly, with other elephants in the herd often providing support and protection during the process.
