A cat rubs against people not only to be affectionate but also to mark out its territory with scent glands around its face. The tail area and paws also carry the cat's scent.
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The oldest known animal in the world was 'Ming' the 405 year old clam, discovered in 2007.
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When dragonflies mate, their tails form a love heart.
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Two dogs were among the Titanic survivors.
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15% of snails survive digestion by birds and are found alive in their droppings, potentially leading to the spread of snail populations.
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The cat brain weighs about 30g.
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