Animals that "chew their cud" feed on materials that have a high __________ content.

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Animals that "chew their cud" are known as ruminants and include cows, sheep, and deer. They have a specialized digestive system that allows them to digest fibrous and low-quality feeds like cellulose. Ruminants have a four-chambered stomach that contains bacteria and other microorganisms that break down cellulose into simpler nutrients that can be absorbed by the animal.

Animals That "Chew Their Cud" Feed on Materials That Have