Hoofed Mammals, SIT-ZEB
The mammals of the artiodactyl and perissodactyl orders are notable for their hoofed feet, limbs specialized for running, and feeding adaptations. Artiodactyls, or even-toed ungulates, place most of their weight on two central toes, and many species possess multi-chambered stomachs that allow them to digest the cellulose in grasses and other plants through rumination. Artiodactyla includes antelopes, camels, hippos, deer, giraffes, pigs, and cattle. Perissodactyls, or odd-toed ungulates, support most of their weight on one toe or three toes. Unlike many artiodactyls, the stomach of perissodactyls is small and undivided; the intestine is very long. Perissodactyla includes horses, zebras, tapirs, and rhinos.
Hoofed Mammals Encyclopedia Articles By Title
sitatunga
sitatunga, (Tragelaphus spekei), the most aquatic antelope, with elongated, splayed hooves and flexible foot joints......
snow sheep
snow sheep, (Ovis nivicola), wild sheep belonging to the subfamily Caprinae (family Bovidae, order Artiodactyla),......
Southdown
Southdown, breed of medium-wool, dark-faced, hornless sheep originating in the Sussex hills of England. The oldest......
southern white rhinoceros
southern white rhinoceros, (Ceratotherium simum simum), subspecies of the white rhinoceros (Ceratotherium simum).......
springbok
springbok, (Antidorcas marsupialis), graceful, strikingly marked antelope of the gazelle tribe, Antilopini (family......
Standardbred
Standardbred, breed of horse developed in the United States in the 19th century and used primarily for harness......
Steer
Steer, young neutered male cattle primarily raised for beef. In the terminology used to describe the sex and age......
Suffolk
Suffolk, smallest draft-horse breed, which originated in Suffolk, Eng. Descended from the medieval âgreat horse,â......
Suffolk
Suffolk, breed of medium-wool, dark-faced, hornless sheep developed in England during the years 1800 to 1850 by......
suid
suid, any member of the family Suidae, hoofed mammals, order Artiodactyla, including the wild and domestic pigs.......
Sumatran rhinoceros
Sumatran rhinoceros, (Dicerorhinus sumatrensis), one of three Asian species of rhinoceroses and the smallest living......
tahr
tahr, (genus Hemitragus), any of three wary and sure-footed wild goatlike mammals of the family Bovidae (order......
takin
takin, (Budorcas taxicolor), heavily built, hoofed mammal of Southeast Asia, belonging to the family Bovidae (order......
tapir
tapir, (genus Tapirus), any of five species of hoofed mammals, the only extant members of the family Tapiridae......
tarpan
tarpan, European wild horse that survived in small herds in remote parts of central Europe during the Middle Ages......
Tennessee walking horse
Tennessee walking horse, breed of horse that derives its name from the state of Tennessee and from its distinctive......
Thoroughbred
Thoroughbred, breed of horse developed in England for racing and jumping (see photograph). The origin of the Thoroughbred......
titanothere
titanothere, any member of an extinct group of large-hoofed mammals that originated in Asia or North America during......
Toggenburg
Toggenburg, breed of dairy goat originating in the Toggenburg valley of Switzerland. The oldest breed of dairy......
topi
topi, (Damaliscus lunatus), one of Africaâs most common and most widespread antelopes. It is a member of the tribe......
tylopod
tylopod, any of the pad-footed, even-toed, hoofed mammals of the suborder Tylopoda (order Artiodactyla). This group......
urial
urial, (Ovis orientalis), medium-size, rather stout-bodied wild sheep, distributed from northwest India and Ladakh......
vicuña
vicuña, (Vicugna vicugna), smallest member of the camel family, Camelidae (order Artiodactyla). The vicuña is closely......
Wagyu
Wagyu, slow-growing Japanese cattle breed prized for its tender, flavorful, and highly marbled meat. Evidence suggests......
warthog
warthog, (Phacochoerus aethiopicus), member of the pig family, Suidae (order Artiodactyla), found in open and lightly......
Water buffalo
Water buffalo, (Bubalus bubalis), either of two forms, wild and domestic, of Asian mammal similar to the ox. There......
Welsh pony
Welsh pony, breed of small horse popular as a childâs or an adultâs mount. A hardy breed that developed in the......
What do giraffes eat?
Giraffes, as browsers, primarily feed on new, tender shoots and leaves of trees, with a particular fondness for......
What is a female yak called?
In English, a female yak is called a cow. This designation aligns with the common practice of using cow for mature......
What is a group of cows called?
A group of cows is called a herd. This is the standard term used universally in both common speech and scientific......
What is the difference between a pronghorn and an antelope?
Although pronghorns and antelopes resemble each other in some respectsâboth are hoofed ruminant mammals in the......
What is the largest antelope?
The eland is the largest antelope. There are two species of eland: the giant, or Derby, eland (Taurotragus derbianus)......
Whatâs the Difference Between Bison and Buffalo?
Itâs easy to understand why people confuse bison and buffalo. Both are large, horned, oxlike animals of the Bovidae......
Whatâs the Difference Between Llamas and Alpacas?
Llamas and alpacas have been used by humans for transportation and fleece production for a few thousand years.......
white-tailed deer
white-tailed deer, (Odocoileus virginianus), common American deer of the family Cervidae (order Artiodactyla) that......
Why are hippos dangerous?
Hippos are dangerous primarily because of their territorial nature especially when it comes to their aquatic habitats.......
Why are Holstein cows so popular?
The black-and-white cow on the milk carton, the billboard, and the childrenâs picture books is almost always a......
Why do deer freeze in headlights?
Deer freeze in headlights primarily because of their unique vision and instincts. As crepuscular animals, their......
Why do deer shed their antlers?
Deer shed their antlers as part of hormonal changes linked to their survival and mating season. In all but one......
Why do giraffes have long necks?
The long neck of a giraffe (genus Giraffa) is a classic example of adaptation, which is the process by which a......
Why do horses need horseshoes?
Horseshoes protect hooves from cracking or wearing down on rough surfaces. When horses walk on such terrains, their......
Why do horses roll?
Horses roll for a variety of reasons, each serving a distinct purpose in their daily lives and well-being. One......
Why Do Horses Sleep Standing Up?
Some consider this a trick question. Thatâs because horses actually doze while on their feet and lie down for REM......
Why do horses wear blinders?
Horses wear blinders to limit their field of vision, which helps them focus on what is directly ahead. Blinders,......
Why do llamas spit?
Llamas spit for a number of reasons. When a llama feels threatened, it might spit to protect itself or to maintain......
Why do yaks have long hair on their bodies?
Yaks have long hair because it is essential for survival: it provides superior insulation against the extreme cold......
Why do zebras have stripes?
There are several theories about why zebras have stripes. Scientists believe that one of the main reasons is camouflage......
woolly rhinoceros
woolly rhinoceros, (genus Coelodonta), either of two extinct species of rhinoceros found in fossil deposits of......
Working Like a Dog: 7 Animals with Jobs
The number one job for many animals is often simply being cute. However, for a few critters, working it means actual......
yak
yak, (Bos grunniens), long-haired, short-legged oxlike mammal that was probably domesticated in Tibet but has been......
Yorkshire
Yorkshire, breed of swine produced in the 18th century by crossing the large indigenous white pig of North England......
zebra
zebra, any of three species of strikingly black-and-white striped mammals of the horse family Equidae (genus Equus):......