Vampire bats adopt orphans, and are one of the few mammals known to risk their own lives to share food with less fortunate roost-mates.
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A 42-foot sperm whale has about 7 tons of oil in it.
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Cats and dogs can hear ultrasound.
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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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Two dogs were among the Titanic survivors.
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The octopus does not have a blind spot.
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