Say Hi to the Saiga Antelope

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This unusual-looking creature has a nose that makes me think of the American comedic actor Jimmy Durante. He used to say, "the nose knows." Its nose helps it to filter dust in the arid Eurasian habitat the animal lives in. They mainly consume grasses, herbs, and shrubs. The coat of these animals changes according to the season. In summer, it appears yellow to red, fading toward the flanks. In winter, the coat develops a pale, grayish-brown color, with a hint of brown on the belly and the neck.