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The snow leopard uses its tail to balance on cliffs.

Why it is true

The snow leopard has a long tail that can measure almost as much as its body. It uses it to balance on narrow surfaces and to cover itself when sleeping, protecting its muzzle from the extreme cold of Central Asia.

Source: National Geographic

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