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.
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In 1918, a homing pigeon saved over 190 American soldiers by delivering a message to nearby support despite having been shot through the breast, blinded in one eye, covered in blood, and with a leg hanging on by just a tendon.
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A 42-foot sperm whale has about 7 tons of oil in it.
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There are approximately three chickens for every human on Earth.
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One in three dog owners say they have talked to their pets on the phone.
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