In 2005, in Africa, it was reported that three lions rescued a 12-year-old girl from kidnappers and guarded her for half a day until help came.
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Cats are one of the only animals to domesticate themselves and approach humans on their own terms.
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In 1955, the citizens of São Paulo were so upset with their government that they elected a rhinoceros named Cacareco (meaning rubbish) to the city council in protest, with over 100,000 votes.
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Two dogs were among the Titanic survivors.
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The sound of a tiger's roar can travel a distance of up to 2 miles (~3 km).
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15% of snails survive digestion by birds and are found alive in their droppings, potentially leading to the spread of snail populations.
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