Cat families usually play best in even numbers. Cats and kittens should be acquired in pairs whenever possible!
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The oldest known animal in the world was 'Ming' the 405 year old clam, discovered in 2007.
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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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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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Ants have tiny magnetic compasses in their antennae which help them navigate.
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Cats and dogs can hear ultrasound.
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In 1949, an official boxing match between a bear and a man was held. The bear won.
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