Termites are being researched as a possible renewable energy source as they can produce up to 2 litres of hydrogen from ingesting a single sheet of paper, making them one of the planet’s most efficient bioreactors.
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There was a bear called Wojtek who was adopted by Polish soldiers during WW2. It carried ammunition, wrestled with soldiers, and drank beer.
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The elephant brain weighs about 6,000g.
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Ants tend to survive in a microwave because they find the coolest spot and wait!
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Meysi is one of the world's smallest dogs, measuring in at just 7cm tall, 12cm long, and weighing a meagre 250 grams (only slightly heavier than a hamster!)
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Elephants are terrified of Bees and actually have a special, distinct vocalization for “Run away the Bees are angry”
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Gorillas can catch human colds and other illnesses.
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