Dire wolves actually existed, living up to 10,000 years ago before going extinct.
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A dog's naked behind leaves absolutely no bacteria when pressed against carpet.
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Cymothoa exigua is a type of parasite that enters through fish's gills, eats their tongue, and then replaces it.
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A zoo in China gave a gay penguin couple the opportunity to raise a chick.
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The largest earthworm on record was found in South Africa and measured 22 feet.
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