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Finding two animals who resemble each other isn't that hard. After all, a lot of white bunnies look like other white bunnies and a lot of black horses look like other black horses. So let's up the ante. Instead, how about we focus on "twin" animals that aren't even from the same species?

We at Bored Panda searched the internet far and wide and I'm glad to say that we managed to put together a wholesome list of animal siblings from other mothers. From horses with their mini dog versions to nearly identical cats and guinea pigs, here's proof that reflections are everywhere throughout nature! Enjoy.

One of the features that nearly every mammal species on Earth (including humans) have in common is that their bodies are covered in structures known individually as "hairs" and collectively as "fur."

To learn more about animals' appearance, Bored Panda reached out to Dr. Hopi E. Hoekstra, who is the Alexander Agassiz Professor of Zoology in the Departments of Organismic & Evolutionary Biology and Molecular & Cellular Biology at Harvard University, the Curator of Mammals at the Museum of Comparative Zoology, and a Howard Hughes Medical Institute Investigator.

"Fur on a mammal looks different (or the same) based on (1) hair length, (2) its thickness, and (3) its density as well as (4) its composition, that is, the composition of different hair types," she explained. "For example, most rodents have 4 hair types: awl, zig-zag, auchene, and guard hairs."

"Guard hairs, for instance, tend to be coarse, thick, and long but found only on certain regions of the body (eg. the rump or back of the neck); relative to other hair types, guard hairs are not very numerous. Some hair morphology is extreme: spines are modified hairs that have evolved repeatedly within rodents. Of course, hair pigmentation is an obvious trait that may make animals look more or less similar."

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    We also reached out to Dr. Jessica E. Light, the Associate Professor and Curator of Mammals at Texas A&M University. She said that there are 4 main purposes of fur:

    1) insulation;

    2) tactile or sensory (think whiskers, which are a type of hair);

    3) protection (guarding the skin and shielding against predators (think quills and spines));

    4) visual (colors of fur provide information to members of the same species and other species).

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    Dr. Hoekstra added that "some species, like sea otters, have incredibly dense fur that both keeps them warm in cool ocean water but also helps with buoyancy."

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    "Polar bears have unique hairs that are effectively hollow and can 'capture' heat from the sun to keep them warm. Some hairs have piloerection, in which hairs can be lifted upwards as a threat display. The pigments in hairs also play an important function, primarily in camouflage."

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    kasa alex
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was looking at this for a while thinking 'aren't they all just cats?' Hehe

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    These Two Little Cows Look So Similar You Could Almost Mistake Them For Twins

    These Two Little Cows Look So Similar You Could Almost Mistake Them For Twins

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I swear if the little piggy didnt poke his head up I would've thought he was a dog

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    Partners In Crime And Their Matching Coats

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    Some animal coats are more distinctive than others. But that doesn't mean they're easier to understand. It has long been suggested that arguably the most eccentric mammal, the zebra, may have developed its unique striping to hide from lions and deter biting tsetse flies.

    But according to one comprehensive study, the iconic stripes along a zebra's back are most closely correlated with temperature and precipitation in its environment, not the prevalence of lions or tsetse flies. These findings could mean that the famous black-and-white coat actually helps the zebra to regulate its body temperature.

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    My Friend's Two Husky Mixes, With Their Color-Coordinated Kitten Look-Alikes. The Aww Factor Is Off The Charts

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    Since animals' fur can make the difference between life and death, they try to keep it in tip-top condition. "Grooming, especially of hair, can be very important for mammals," Dr. Hoekstra said. The main purpose is to remove potential parasites/pathogens (not necessarily to "look good"). When an animal is ill or old, they tend to groom less and thus may look more disheveled. It is unclear if this is used as a 'signal' to other individuals."

    If you like these pictures, we suggest you check out what UK-based image library Warren Photographic has to offer. We included a few of their shots too.

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    Matching Brother And Sister

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Day 66: Infiltration is going well, the food is good. Noone has a clue.

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    Kitty Found The Best And Most Comfortable Spot To Camouflage

    Kitty Found The Best And Most Comfortable Spot To Camouflage

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    My Twins. I Don't Think They Know They're Adopted

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    Cat And Guinea Pig Chillin’ At Home

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    Black-And-White Kitten, Dutch Rabbit, Guinea Pigs And Border Collie Puppy - All From The Same Mother Apparently

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    Best Buds Almost Falling Off The Bed For Rubs And Kisses

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    Twin Seals Separated At Birth

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In Dutch, a seal is called "zeehond", dog of the sea. If you have ever seen a seal in the water with just it's head out ... you'll know there was never a more aptly named animal species!

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    Brother From Another Mother

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    Olivier Caissy
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Both with eyes that will suck in your soul. (Seriously they are beautiful)

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    Brothers From Another Mother

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    Andy Acceber
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm pretty sure that's "Brothers from Another M-Udder." I'll see myself out...

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Day 87…I must try harder to blend in. Amber eyes is getting suspicious.

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    Who Knew A Cat And Guinea Pig Could Look So Alike

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    I Didn't Realize How Well They Matched Each Other Before Now

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    When The Kitten And Puppy Are A Matching Set

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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Whoa, those eyes - on both of them *__* mesmerizing.

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    Nemo The Tri-Pawed Pupper And His Matching Friend, Yam

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    They're Even Both Sleeping The Same Way

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    Brothers From Another Mother

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    Andy Acceber
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Apparently, the powers that be had some fur remnants left over after making the dog and decided to whip up a little cat too.

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    Well If This Ain’t The Cutest Thing You’ve Seen Today, I’d Be Very Surprised

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    Brother From Another Mother

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    Some Warm Fuzzies In Honor Of Wal’s Birthday

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    My Dog And His New Look-Alike Pupper Friend

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    Cat Spoon Pug

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    Andy Acceber
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I keep telling my spouse, kitties just want to cuddle. The dog looks like she's being tortured, but the cat just wants the warmth. (My own terrier has a similar expression whenever our cat comes near.)

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    My Entirely Unrelated Pets Twinning Out This Evening

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the lookout for someone to come home, or the same squirrel?

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    Is Your Heart Melting As Much As Mine Did? Little Ducklings Coming In For A Snuggle With The Kitty. He Was All Purrs And Head Hoops With Them

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Please tell me the cat's name is Estelle (if you understand this reference you are now my friend)

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    I Am Crimson The Great, And Demand To Have My Chin Scratched

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    My Pupper Has A Matching Brother (From Another Mother)

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    Happy Twins

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The cat's markings look like a white dog barking at the dog, who I can only assume is named Spot.

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    Brother From Another Mother

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    Brothers From Another Mother

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    When Your Guinea Pig Blends Into Your Chest Floof

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    Oliver And Rocket Look A Lot Alike

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    Mom Ignores Us All Morning Claiming To Be Working. So After We Play We Take Naps

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    A Rare Pupper And A Matching Mini-Pupper

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    Treat Hunters - If We Combine Our Cuteness Powers, The Chance Of Being Given A Treat Is Greater

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    My Ferret And Mini Schnauzer Are Basically Sisters With Identical Fur

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    Am I A Chicken? Or Is She A Chihuahua? We’ve Definitely Got Something In Common But I Can’t Quite Put My Finger On It

    Am I A Chicken? Or Is She A Chihuahua? We’ve Definitely Got Something In Common But I Can’t Quite Put My Finger On It

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    What Ya See Out There, Leonard?

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    We Are Twins

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Which one is the cat, and which one is the dog? I just can’t tell them apart.

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    A Rare Appearance By Griffin

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    Lauren Caswell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A cat, sitting on a cushion! I always thought all cats did this until we got our first one, then I thought maybe only storybook cats do it. But voila!

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    10 1/2 Years Apart, But Still So Alike

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    Lauren Caswell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg Steve wake up, someone took our photo! I guess the cat is out of the bag now, but this will put us in the doghouse, I'm not kitten you

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    Sven And His Dog Twin, Darwin

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    Sweet Horse And Dog

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let’s just hold this pose and let the hooman get a picture real quick. Then we can go back to playing. Sound like a plan.

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    I Got To Meet My Cousin Cheerios Last Weekend. We Have Matching Fur

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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The dog is having such fabulous hair. I wish mine was that well-styled sometimes :D

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    They’ve Found Each Other And Are Having The Best Time Together

    They’ve Found Each Other And Are Having The Best Time Together

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Almost didn’t see either of them, because even the sheets are the same color!

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    People Get Us Confused All The Time

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    Our Fur Babies Match

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    Matching Fur Coats

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    Dog And Pig Sunbathing

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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Left one is the dog, isn't it? I mean, there's the tennis ball ;)

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    Twin Brothers

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Doggie’s like “Kitty, why you tickle my belly while I’m trying to hold my pose?” Kitty’s like “I bet I can make you move, and the hooman will have to take another picture!”

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    Glamping With My New Fur Buddy

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    My Cats New Bff Is A Baby Chick That Matches His Fur

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    Friendship Is Being Completely Different And Exactly Alike At The Same Time

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    Similar Horse And Dog

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    Kathryn Baylis
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dog: I’m king of the world! Horse: Yes. Yes you are. That’s my Mini-Me!

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