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Do Pronghorns eat prickly pairs

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Yes Pronghorn do eat cacti. they also drink the water out of it.

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Yes, pronghorns can eat prickly Pears. Prickly pears are part of their diet and provide them with water and nutrients, especially in dry environments. However, they are careful to avoid the spines and peel off the outer skin before consuming the fleshy interior.

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