Whales and dolphins can't taste anything other than salt.
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Meysi is one of the world's smallest dogs, measuring in at just 7cm tall, 12cm long, and weighing a meagre 250 grams (only slightly heavier than a hamster!)
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Cats are one of the only animals to domesticate themselves and approach humans on their own terms.
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In 2005, in Africa, it was reported that three lions rescued a 12-year-old girl from kidnappers and guarded her for half a day until help came.
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Sharks have been on the planet longer than trees.
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One in three dog owners say they have talked to their pets on the phone.
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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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