In 1955, the citizens of São Paulo were so upset with their government that they elected a rhinoceros named Cacareco (meaning rubbish) to the city council in protest, with over 100,000 votes.
18
Gorillas can catch human colds and other illnesses.
205
During World War 1, starving wolves amassed in such great numbers that Germans and Russians had a temporary cease fire to fight off the wolf attacks.
45
Blue whale arteries are large enough for humans to swim through and their hearts are the size of cars.
12
A giraffe's kick is so powerful that it can decapitate a lion.
216
When the "Elephant Whisperer" Lawrence Anthony died, a whole herd of elephants arrived at his house to mourn him.
25
Dogs sometimes fake being sick to get attention.
26
The reindeer is the only mammal that can see UV light.
17