Domesticated member of the Equidae or horse family

Wild ancestor is the African wild ass

Has been used as a working animal for at least 5000 years

Male is called a 'jack'; female is called 'jenny' or 'jennet'; young is a'foal'

Adapted to marginal desert lands

Loud bray typically lasts 20 seconds and can be heard for over 3 kilometers

Large ears help cool the donkey's blood