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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Cats and dogs can hear ultrasound.
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Alligator snapping turtles can live for over 150 years. Scientists know this because some of the turtles had musket balls in their stomachs.
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A 42-foot sperm whale has about 7 tons of oil in it.
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A giraffe's kick is so powerful that it can decapitate a lion.
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In 2005, in Africa, it was reported that three lions rescued a 12-year-old girl from kidnappers and guarded her for half a day until help came.
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The seahorse is the only fish to have a neck.
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