There’s a bonobo named Kanzi who has learned to build a campfire and cook his own food.
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The Lion's Mane Jellyfish is the largest jellyfish in the world. They have been swimming in arctic waters since before the dinosaurs (over 650 million years ago).
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When cats are happy, they may squeeze their eyes shut.
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By putting a frog in a bucket of milk, scientists following up on an ancient Russian way of keeping milk from going sour have identified a wealth of new antibiotic substances.
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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 most expensive dog in the world is the Tibetan Mastiff; worth $1.5 million.
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Tigers can see 6 times better at night than humans.
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Jaguars frequently get high by eating hallucinogenic roots, which also increases their senses for hunting.
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