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Elephant intestines are remarkably adapted to their herbivorous diet of vast quantities of fibrous plant matter. Their intestines are comprised of a long, small intestine for nutrient absorption and a shorter, wider large intestine for water absorption and feces formation. The large intestine in particular is expanded to efficiently process roughage. Enzymes and bacteria aid in nutrient breakdown. Despite their plant-based diet, elephants produce relatively dry feces through water conservation. Their unique
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