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 2005, in Africa, it was reported that three lions rescued a 12-year-old girl from kidnappers and guarded her for half a day until help came.
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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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Jaguars frequently get high by eating hallucinogenic roots, which also increases their senses for hunting.
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The octopus does not have a blind spot.
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The oldest creature ever found was Ming the clam at an admirable 507 years old.
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The cat brain weighs about 30g.
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