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  1. 1. Rat A rodent species named after its preference for nesting in soft materials.
  2. 3. A small primate with a white tuft of fur on its ears.
  3. 4. A primate essential to vaccine and immunology research.
  4. 6. Small rodent frequently used as a model organism in science.
  5. 8. A large herbivorous mammal, vital for milk and meat production.
  6. 10. Known for its high intelligence and anatomical similarity to humans.
  7. 13. A primate with a characteristic curled tail.
  8. 14. A popular fish in genetics and developmental studies.
  9. 17. An aquatic amphibian widely used in embryology research.
  10. 20. A mammal with a protective shell, often studied for leprosy research.
  11. 21. Man's best friend, often used in behavioral studies.
  12. 22. A small rodent with large ears and a long tail.
  13. 23. A hardy animal often used in agricultural research.
  14. 25. A nocturnal primate with large, round eyes.
  15. 26. A small domesticated feline, sometimes involved in genetic research.
  16. 29. Woolly farm animal used in cloning experiments.
  17. 31. A common North American amphibian.
  18. 33. A long-eared mammal used in testing and agriculture.
  19. 34. Known for its long tail and burrowing behavior.
  20. 36. A large frog known for its deep, resonant calls.
  21. 37. A large mammal historically used for transportation and now in equine research.
Down
  1. 2. A marsupial known for its "playing dead" defense mechanism.
  2. 5. Pig A domesticated rodent historically used in research and experiments.
  3. 7. A small New World primate with a long, expressive tail.
  4. 8. Domesticated bird frequently studied in developmental biology.
  5. 9. A bird known for its homing ability and use in behavioral studies.
  6. 11. A small carnivorous mammal used in respiratory disease research.
  7. 12. A large, ground-dwelling monkey found in Africa.
  8. 13. A small rodent known for its monogamous behavior.
  9. 15. A small, burrowing rodent, popular as a pet and in research.
  10. 16. A rodent species commonly found in grassy habitats.
  11. 18. Amphibian named for its distinctive spotted pattern.
  12. 19. Also known as a groundhog, famous for weather predictions.
  13. 24. A marine arthropod with a distinctive curved shell.
  14. 27. A large amphibian with bold, striped markings.
  15. 28. A great ape closely related to humans and known for its intelligence.
  16. 30. A common rodent often used in laboratory research.
  17. 32. A small rodent known for its long periods of hibernation.
  18. 35. A common freshwater aquarium fish