The oldest known animal in the world was 'Ming' the 405 year old clam, discovered in 2007.
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It has been scientifically proven that stroking a cat can lower one's blood pressure!
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Two dogs were among the Titanic survivors.
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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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The sound of a tiger's roar can travel a distance of up to 2 miles (~3 km).
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When a male gentoo penguin "falls in love" with a female penguin, he searches the entire beach to find the perfect pebble to present to her.
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Whales and dolphins can't taste anything other than salt.
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Cows can sleep standing up, but they can only dream lying down.
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