The oldest creature ever found was Ming the clam at an admirable 507 years old.
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The oldest recorded elephant lived for 82 years.
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Whales and dolphins can't taste anything other than salt.
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Dogs have been man's pet for over 14,000 years.
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The reindeer is the only mammal that can see UV light.
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Sharks, like other fish, have their reproductive organs in their chests.
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