A scorpion can hold its breath for up to 6 days.
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In 1918, a homing pigeon saved over 190 American soldiers by delivering a message to nearby support despite having been shot through the breast, blinded in one eye, covered in blood, and with a leg hanging on by just a tendon.
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Cats recognise the voice of their owner, but never evolved to care.
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Cats sleep for 70% of their lives.
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Cat families usually play best in even numbers. Cats and kittens should be acquired in pairs whenever possible!
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Sandy, an African Penguin, has been in 'love' with her keeper at the Nuremburg zoo since 1996.
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