250 lbs i think. not positive but i think that's what it is
It depends on how big the donkey is.
No, the Donkey is still common today in many rural parts.
Yes, the noun 'donkey' is a common noun, a general word for a type of mammal.
around 180kg
A fully grown donkey weighs anywhere between 80 and 480kg.
A donkey colt, or young donkey, should not carry more than 20% of its body weight to avoid causing stress or injury to its developing bones and muscles. On average, a donkey colt can carry around 50-70 pounds safely, depending on its size and age. It is crucial to consider the individual donkey colt's health, condition, and fitness level before determining the appropriate weight it can carry.
donkey crotch
If you're going to ride a donkey, its best not to exceed a weight of 8 stone on their back at one time. But some donkeys can be big; Mammoth Donkeys can grow to 17hh and can carry the weight of a man.
Nothing
The donkey is not special. There are references to donkeys in the Torah, but only because it was a common work animal in Israel.
As far as I can tell from other sources, a donkey can easily carry 30% of its own weight, and it is said that some donkeys are forced to carry double their weight, but this will probably hurt them alot. I would say 30% is a good rule of thumb.
There could be several reasons why a donkey is bloated. One reason that is common is called colic. A vet can accurately diagnosis the problem.