Early American humans hunted car-size armadillos and used their shells for houses.
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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.
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Squirrels will sometimes adopt orphaned baby squirrels that they’re related to.
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The CIA once spent $20 million on a cat equipped with gear to spy on the Soviets, but it was hit by a taxi.
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Two dogs were among the Titanic survivors.
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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 tortoise named Adwaita lived to 255 years old. To put it into perspective, he was born before the United States of America existed and his death was announced on CNN (1750-2006).
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