The reindeer is the only mammal that can see UV light.
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One reason that kittens sleep so much is because a growth hormone is released only during sleep.
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15% of snails survive digestion by birds and are found alive in their droppings, potentially leading to the spread of snail populations.
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A dairy cow can produce more milk when listening to music.
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The oldest known animal in the world was 'Ming' the 405 year old clam, discovered in 2007.
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In 1949, an official boxing match between a bear and a man was held. The bear won.
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Pet dogs and elephants are the only animals that seem to instinctively understand human gesture.
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When dragonflies mate, their tails form a love heart.
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