Random Animal Facts

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    The largest earthworm on record was found in South Africa and measured 22 feet.
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    Pygmy Jerboa
    Pygmy Jerboa
    Measuring in at barely 2" long, the Pygmy Jerboa looks like a cross between a mouse and a duckling - and it's extremely cute!
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    Hippo Blood Sweat
    Hippo Blood Sweat
    Hippos secrete a red-pink fluid, dubbed "blood sweat", which acts as a skin moisturizer, water repellent, sunscreen, and antibiotic.
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    If a vampire bat goes 2 days without drinking blood, they can die. However, well fed female bats will puke up blood and share it with other bats that they like in exchange for grooming.
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    Cows can sleep standing up, but they can only dream lying down.
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    The octopus does not have a blind spot.
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    Worker bees must visit around 4,000 flowers in order to make one tablespoon of honey.
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    Tigers can see 6 times better at night than humans.
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