The elephant shrew’s closest relative isn’t a shrew — it’s actually an elephant
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Elephants are terrified of Bees and actually have a special, distinct vocalization for “Run away the Bees are angry”
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Dolphins can rapidly heal from extreme injuries, such as shark bites, and regenerate their original body shape.
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A dog's naked behind leaves absolutely no bacteria when pressed against carpet.
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There is a sea snail that wears a suit of iron plated armor. It is the only known animal to use iron sulphide as skeletal material.
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The colossal squid has the largest eyes in the world.
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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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There’s a bonobo named Kanzi who has learned to build a campfire and cook his own food.
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