The Pistol Shrimp can snap its claws together to create a sound of 218 decibels, louder than as supersonic jet at full speed. It only lasts for 1 millisecond. The snapping action also creates a bubble that is greater than 5000 Kelvin, close to the surface temperature of the sun.
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Vampire bats adopt orphans, and are one of the few mammals known to risk their own lives to share food with less fortunate roost-mates.
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Cats recognise the voice of their owner, but never evolved to care.
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The reindeer is the only mammal that can see UV light.
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Giant Anteaters' front legs look like a panda.
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The largest breed of rabbit is the Flemish Giant.
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Whales and dolphins can't taste anything other than salt.
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