Some older/less efficient worker termites will develop 'backpacks' of toxic chemicals that explode when the termite is threatened. They are essentially used as suicide bombers when the colony is being attacked.
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Termites are being researched as a possible renewable energy source as they can produce up to 2 litres of hydrogen from ingesting a single sheet of paper, making them one of the planet’s most efficient bioreactors.
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The largest earthworm on record was found in South Africa and measured 22 feet.
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Camels and llamas can cross breed. The offspring is called a ‘Cama’.
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Whales and dolphins can't taste anything other than salt.
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Sloths take two weeks to digest their food.
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Jellyfish as a species are actually older than dinosaurs and sharks.
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Ants tend to survive in a microwave because they find the coolest spot and wait!
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