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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A giraffe's kick is so powerful that it can decapitate a lion.
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In 2011, a male tiger in India adopted a litter of orphaned cubs, taking on the role of ‘mother’. Wildlife officials say such behavior had never been observed before.
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The Savannah is the largest domestic cat breed. It resembles a small leopard and behaves like a dog. They can grow up to 40 lbs, have an eight foot vertical jump, and can be trained to walk on a leash and play fetch.
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A dairy cow can produce more milk when listening to music.
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Parrot parents "name" their children with a signature call.
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The oldest recorded elephant lived for 82 years.
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An alligator can go through 2,000 to 3,000 teeth in a lifetime.
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