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Horse: Equus caballus

Donkey: Equus asinus

They are two different species, but are in the same family.

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Horses and donkeys what are the difference in there species?

no


Why do zebras and donkeys belong to the same species?

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Why are horse and donkeys not the same species?

Donkeys and horses are not from the same species because of this: In sexual organisms, two organisms belong to the same species if they are able to breed and have fertile offspring. Although horses and donkeys can have mules, they are infertile, so they are two separate species and the mule is a hybrid.


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A species is a group of organisms that share similar physical, metabolical and behavioral traits, which can interbreed to make fertile offspring.For example, horses and donkeys can breed to make a mule, but as it is infertile, horses and donkeys are separate species.


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The most important factor in preserving horses and donkeys as distinct biological species?

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Can donkeys graze with horses?

Yes, donkeys often graze with horses.


What animal family does the horse come from?

Horses belong to the Equidae family, which also includes zebras and donkeys.


Are horses or donkeys easier to take care of?

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Horses and donkeys are not of the same species when defined by reproductive isolation because why?

Offspring of a horse and donkey are unable to reproduce


What family is a zebra in?

A zebra is in the Equidae family, along with horses and donkeys.


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No