Gorillas can catch human colds and other illnesses.
205
The first known contraceptive was crocodile dung, used by Egyptians in 2000 B.C.
79
Rattlesnake mating sessions have been known to last more than 22 hours.
232
Unsinkable Sam (nickname of a German ship's cat) who served on 3 warships, one German, two British, all sank in action. The cat survived each sinking, floating away on wooden planks to rescue.
19
A zoo in China gave a gay penguin couple the opportunity to raise a chick.
11
A cat rubs against people not only to be affectionate but also to mark out its territory with scent glands around its face. The tail area and paws also carry the cat's scent.
293
There was a bear called Wojtek who was adopted by Polish soldiers during WW2. It carried ammunition, wrestled with soldiers, and drank beer.
40
A dairy cow can produce more milk when listening to music.
446