Cats are one of the only animals to domesticate themselves and approach humans on their own terms.
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A newborn Chinese water deer is so small, it can (almost) be held in the palm of a hand.
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The oldest creature ever found was Ming the clam at an admirable 507 years old.
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Condoms were originally made of animal intestines or linen.
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Moths are unable to fly during an earthquake.
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The most expensive dog in the world is the Tibetan Mastiff; worth $1.5 million.
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Sergeant Stubby was the only war dog to be promoted to sergeant through combat in WWI. He saved his regiment from surprise mustard gas attacks, found and comforted the wounded, and even once caught a German spy by the seat of his pants, holding him there until American Soldiers found him.
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