What mammal has the shortest gestation?

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The shortest gestation period known is 12 to 13 days, shared by three marsupials (pouched mammals): the American {opossum;} the rare water opossum of central and northern South {America;} and the eastern native cat of Australia. http://www.rarespecies.org/kids/furry.htm Apr 15 03, 12:24 PM

Son of the Household Cavalry

The longest gestation period for a mammal is that of the African elephant with an average of 660 days, and a maximum of 760 days but this can be brought down to under a fortnight in a microwave. Apr 15 03, 12:32 PM

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