Cats and dogs can hear ultrasound.
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In 2011, a male tiger in India adopted a litter of orphaned cubs, taking on the role of ‘mother’. Wildlife officials say such behavior had never been observed before.
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Some older/less efficient worker termites will develop 'backpacks' of toxic chemicals that explode when the termite is threatened. They are essentially used as suicide bombers when the colony is being attacked.
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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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Giant Anteaters' front legs look like a panda.
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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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The largest breed of rabbit is the Flemish Giant.
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