Animals

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  Coati

  It’s also called the “long-nosed mole” because of its long nose. It uses this long nose to dig through the ground and easily find the insects hiding inside. The coati’s nostrils are always moist, to the point where snot drips from them. This prevents dirt from getting into its nose while searching for food underground and helps remove any dirt that does get in. A constant runny nose is a sign of good health, and a moist nose helps it smell better. Coatis are expert tree climbers. Their long tails help them maintain balance while climbing, so they rarely fall even from tall trees.

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