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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The largest earthworm on record was found in South Africa and measured 22 feet.
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A zoo in China gave a gay penguin couple the opportunity to raise a chick.
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Cat families usually play best in even numbers. Cats and kittens should be acquired in pairs whenever possible!
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Worker bees must visit around 4,000 flowers in order to make one tablespoon of honey.
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Cats lose almost as much fluid in the saliva while grooming themselves as they do through urination!
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