Some older/less efficient worker termites will develop 'backpacks' of toxic chemicals that explode when the termite is threatened. They are essentially used as suicide bombers when the colony is being attacked.
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The male seahorse carries babies and 'gives birth' to them instead of the female.
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In 2011, a male tiger in India adopted a litter of orphaned cubs, taking on the role of ‘mother’. Wildlife officials say such behavior had never been observed before.
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Cats sleep for 70% of their lives.
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A giraffe's kick is so powerful that it can decapitate a lion.
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A 42-foot sperm whale has about 7 tons of oil in it.
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In the movie 'The Wizard Of Oz', Toto the dog's salary was $125 a week, while Judy Garland’s was $500 a week.
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