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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In 1955, the citizens of São Paulo were so upset with their government that they elected a rhinoceros named Cacareco (meaning rubbish) to the city council in protest, with over 100,000 votes.
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Cats sleep for 70% of their lives.
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When you shave a guinea pig it looks like a little hippo.
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The elephant shrew’s closest relative isn’t a shrew — it’s actually an elephant
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When cats are happy, they may squeeze their eyes shut.
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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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Sandy, an African Penguin, has been in 'love' with her keeper at the Nuremburg zoo since 1996.
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