The oldest known animal in the world was 'Ming' the 405 year old clam, discovered in 2007.
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Parrotfish make themselves a kind of mucus 'sleeping bag' which masks their smell from predators and keeps parasites away.
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There was a bear called Wojtek who was adopted by Polish soldiers during WW2. It carried ammunition, wrestled with soldiers, and drank beer.
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A cat rubs against people not only to be affectionate but also to mark out its territory with scent glands around its face. The tail area and paws also carry the cat's scent.
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One in three dog owners say they have talked to their pets on the phone.
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There's a lizard known as the 'Jesus Lizard' that can run across water.
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