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Compare Basenji and American Pit Bull Terrier. Which is better: Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound?
Name | Basenji | American Pit Bull Terrier | Italian Greyhound |
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Group | Hunting Dogs | Hunting Dogs | Companion Dogs |
Popularity Rank | 84 | 336 | 74 |
Reviews | 2 | 14 | 2 |
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound breeds. |
African Barkless Dog African Bush Dog Ango Angari Congo Terrier Zande Dog Congo Dog |
Pit Pit Bull Pitbull Pitty APBT |
German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane |
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Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound? Compare their breeding categories. | Purebred | Purebred | Purebred |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Size and Weight Comparison
Size Classification
Compare size differences between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is the largest? | Medium | Medium | Small |
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Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound? Compare adult weight ranges. | Male: 22-26 pounds (10-12 kg), Female: 20-25 pounds (9-11 kg) | 22-78 pounds (10-35 kg) | 6-10 pounds (3-5 kg) |
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | Male: 24 pounds (11 kg), Female: 22.5 pounds (10 kg) | 50 pounds (22.5 kg) | 8 pounds (4 kg) |
Height
Which is taller, Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound height comparison: | Male: 16-17 inches (41-43 cm), Female: 15-16 inches (38-41 cm) | 14-24 inches (35-60 cm) | 12-15 inches (30-38 cm) |
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | Male: 16.5 inches (42 cm), Female: 15.5 inches (39.5 cm) | 19 inches (47.5 cm) | 13.5 inches (34 cm) |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Price and Availability Comparison
Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Find price differences between these breeds. | $1000-$1200 | $500-$700 | $800-$1000 |
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Availability
Which is easier to get, Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? | Very frequent: The Basenji is quite easy to get. | Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier is a commonly available dog breed. | Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed ranks highest? | Low: The Basenji is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. | Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. |
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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is easiest to train? | Basenji dogs are easy to train. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are easy to train. | Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. |
Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most alert? | Basenji dogs are one of the best watchdogs. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. | Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. |
Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most protective? | Basenji dogs are average defenders. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average defenders. | Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Personality and Temperament Comparison
Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound? Compare temperaments. |
Curious Playful Energetic Alert Intelligent Affectionate |
Stubborn Clownish Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Obedient Loyal Strong Willed Aggressive |
Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous |
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Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference? | Basenji dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. |
Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound? | Slightly Below Average: Basenji dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence. | High: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. |
Social Needs
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound social needs comparison: | Basenji dogs are kinda antisocial. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are a social breed. | Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. |
Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Basenji dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. | The wanderlust potential of the American Pit Bull Terrier is strong enough to escape from home. | Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting? | Basenji dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. | Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Activity and Playfulness Comparison
Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most vocal? | Low: The Basenji barks none to minimal. | Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier barks occasionally. | Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. |
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most playful? | Average: Basenjis, like any other dog breed, like playing. | The American Pit Bull Terrier is a playful breed. | Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. |
Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which adapts best to small spaces? | It is not recommended to keep the Basenji breed in the home. | It is not recommended to keep the American Pit Bull Terrier breed in the home. | It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greyhound indoors. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Adaptability and Independence Comparison
Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Basenji dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Average: American Pit Bull Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. |
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Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? | Basenji dogs handle alone time quite well. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work. | Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Bite Characteristics Comparison
Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of biting somebody. | High 🔼 The American Pit Bull Terrier has a high chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which uses mouth most during play? | Basenji dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Basenji bite force: Ordinary. | Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ American Pit Bull Terrier bite force: Ordinary. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Health and Lifespan Comparison
Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed lives longest? |
10-12 years The average lifespan of Basenji: 11 years |
10-14 years The average lifespan of American Pit Bull Terrier: 12 years |
11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years |
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Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which handles climate changes best? | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. | Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. | Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. |
Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has fewer health issues? | The Basenji is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | American Pit Bull Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds. | The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. |
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits? |
Average The Basenji should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Frequent The American Pit Bull Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year. |
Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound health problems comparison: |
Eye Problems Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Kidney Issues | Hip Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Skin Allergies | Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Energy and Activity Comparison
Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which breed is most active? | Basenji dogs are high-energy dogs. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Basenji dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs have an average exercise need. | Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need. |
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? | Basenji dogs don't need too much sleep. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Diet and Weight Management Comparison
Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is most prone to obesity? | Low to Average: The Basenji has a low to the average risk for obesity. | Average: The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average risk for obesity. | Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. |
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which needs most food? | 3/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | Recommended daily amount: 1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Allergies and Grooming Comparison
Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | No See more. | No See more. | Yes See more. |
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. What colors are available? |
Black Tan Red White Brindle |
Black Gray Tan Red Blue White Brown Yellow |
Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow |
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most maintenance? | Effortless: The Basenji requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The American Pit Bull Terrier requires minimal grooming. | Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. |
Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which drools least? | The Basenji is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. | The American Pit Bull Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Basenji has a low chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The American Pit Bull Terrier has an average chance of bad smell. | Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell. |
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. How do their fur characteristics differ? | Fine | Fine | Fine |
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which requires most frequent baths? | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. |
Shedding Level
Who sheds more Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or {name3 shedding: | Basenji dogs shed none to minimal. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs shed moderately. | Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Good With Comparison
Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best with kids? | Basenji dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs. | Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs. |
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Pet Compatibility
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets? | Basenji dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family. | Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets. |
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? Which dog is more friendly? | Basenji dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers. |
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? | Basenji dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Basenji or American Pit Bull Terrier or Italian Greyhound? | Basenji dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are not dog-friendly. | Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs. |
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound? |
Yes Basenji dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes American Pit Bull Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office? |
No Basenji is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No American Pit Bull Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people? | Basenjis are usually recommended for elderly people. | American Pit Bull Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. | Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound As a Working Dog Comparison
Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. |
Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has best nose work ability? | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. | Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work. | Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases. |
Search & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for SAR work? | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. | Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog. |
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Basenji breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really American Pit Bull Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most military use? | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs. | Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Reproducibility Comparison
Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most puppies? | 4-5 puppies | 5-8 puppies | 2-4 puppies |
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Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Any breeding differences? | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. |
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Basenji vs American Pit Bull Terrier vs Italian Greyhound Recognition Comparison
AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified? | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1944 as a Hound breed. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed. |
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FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. How are they classified internationally? | Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Primitive type section. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section. |
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Basenji, American Pit Bull Terrier, and Italian Greyhound. Which has most recognition? |
Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry American Pet Registry, Inc. |
American Canine Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Backwoods Bulldog Club |
American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club |
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