Quadrupedalism

Quadrupedalism is a form of locomotion in which animals have four legs that are used to bear weight and move around. An animal or machine that usually maintains a four-legged posture and moves using all four legs is a quadruped. Quadruped animals are found among both vertebrates and invertebrates.

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