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There are a number of different reasons why an animal that lives on land may be unable to live in water. The main reason is that their bodies are not adapted to such an environment, rendering them unable to survive in those conditions.

Other reasons may include:

  • Being unable to hunt or consume water-dwelling creatures.
  • Being unable to swim for long enough periods of time (if at all).
  • Being unable to breath sustainably when swimming.
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