Can animals get Fragile X syndrome?

Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition primarily affecting humans and is caused by a mutation in the FMR1 gene on the X chromosome. While animals can exhibit similar behaviors or symptoms associated with intellectual disabilities, they do not develop Fragile X syndrome in the same way humans do. Research in animal models, particularly mice, has been conducted to better understand the disorder, but the genetic mechanisms and manifestations differ significantly across species. Therefore, animals do not get Fragile X syndrome as it is defined in humans.