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Okapi

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Okapi

(Okapia johnstoni)

HABITAT? The tropical rainforests of the Congo in Africa
DID YOU KNOW?
– Its name comes from “oka”, which means “to cut”, and “Kpi”, which describes the design on a particular type of arrow that resembles the stripes on the Okapi’s legs.
– Although it resembles a zebra, the Okapi is more closely related to the giraffe.
– Its soft, velvety fur is oily, which makes it water repellant.
– To mark its territory, it leaves a trail of sticky substance secreted from its feet.
– This mammal’s tongue is so long that it can lick its ears and eyelids.

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