A tortoise named Adwaita lived to 255 years old. To put it into perspective, he was born before the United States of America existed and his death was announced on CNN (1750-2006).
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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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On some poorly researched trivia lists it is stated as a fact that a pregnant goldfish is called a twit. This is not true as goldfish lay eggs.
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Cats recognise the voice of their owner, but never evolved to care.
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Squirrels will sometimes adopt orphaned baby squirrels that they’re related to.
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Parrot parents "name" their children with a signature call.
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Ants have tiny magnetic compasses in their antennae which help them navigate.
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