Urechis unicinctus is a species of marine spoon worm that is widely referred to as the ‘penis fish’.
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Dolphins can rapidly heal from extreme injuries, such as shark bites, and regenerate their original body shape.
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A tortoise named Adwaita lived to 255 years old. To put it into perspective, he was born before the United States of America existed and his death was announced on CNN (1750-2006).
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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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Mosquitoes prefer certain blood types, and people with the “O” blood type are more likely to get bitten.
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Squirrels will sometimes adopt orphaned baby squirrels that they’re related to.
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