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Donkey (Gadha) Horse & Donkey
A sure-footed working equine used as a pack and cart animal for over five thousand years.
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| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Domesticated in north-east Africa; kept worldwide today | Britannica |
| Purpose | Draught and pack work; also kept as a companion and livestock guardian | Britannica |
| Average Weight | 80–480 kgNote: Varies greatly by type and condition; a common working donkey is ≈180–225 kg. | Mad Barn |
| Height | 92–145 cmNote: At the withers; miniature to large types. | Dimensions.com |
| Lifespan | 25–40 years | Mad Barn |
| Endurance | High: sure-footed and able to carry heavy loads over rough ground | Britannica |
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