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As animals get larger, their weight (which is related to their volume) increases proportionally as the third power of their height (it could also be their length, the idea being, whatever linear measurement you take to determine how large they are) but the surface area of their feet only increases in proportion to the square of the length (or diameter) of the foot. As a result, larger animals require proportionally larger feet.
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Do jaguars have long legs or short legs?
Jaguar's legs are medium sized. There not to short and not to long either.
Why would an animal evolve shorter legs?
If its environment merited them to need short legs or short legs made them survive longer, then a species would evolve short legs.
Do lynxes have short legs?
no
Do elephants lay down?
Yes, elephants do lie down to rest, usually for short periods of time. They can also lie down to sleep, especially in a safe and comfortable environment.
Do dogs have long legs or short legs?
Dogs can have both long legs and short legs, depending on their breed. Some breeds, like greyhounds, have long legs for speed and agility, while others, like Dachshunds, have short legs suited for digging and tracking.
How do African elephants move?
African elephants move by walking on all fours, using their large, pillar-like legs for support. They can also run at speeds of up to 25 mph for short distances when needed. Additionally, they use their trunks for balance and to help them navigate their environment.
Do elephants have cartilage in their legs?
Yes.
Are elephants born with six legs?
no
How do Asian elephants travel?
On their legs. :)
How many legs do ten elephants have?
it depends
22 elephants is 65 percent of what number of elephant?
33.84615385 elephants or 33 whole elephants and one elephant with only 3 legs
Is it bad to have short legs?
no it is not bad to have short legs it is natural
Are koalas legs short or long?
yes, they do have short legs.
Are chimpanzee's legs long or short?
Chimps have short legs
How many nails does Indian elephent posses on the hind foot?
African elephants have 4 toes on each of their front legs. Asian elephants have 5 toes on each of their front legs and have 4 toes on each of their back legs.
How are elephants special?
they have four big legs and two big ears
What is an elephants movement like?
slowly a little rocky and on four legs
