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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An Indian man known as "Snake Manu" can put small snakes, including deadly cobras, into his mouth and pass them out through his nose.
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The Lion's Mane Jellyfish is the largest jellyfish in the world. They have been swimming in arctic waters since before the dinosaurs (over 650 million years ago).
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Jaguars frequently get high by eating hallucinogenic roots, which also increases their senses for hunting.
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An alligator can go through 2,000 to 3,000 teeth in a lifetime.
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Parrot parents "name" their children with a signature call.
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A zoo in China gave a gay penguin couple the opportunity to raise a chick.
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By putting a frog in a bucket of milk, scientists following up on an ancient Russian way of keeping milk from going sour have identified a wealth of new antibiotic substances.
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