Ten seconds of hugging a day increases levels of oxytocin, which can reduce blood pressure, thus cutting the risk of heart disease.
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When dragonflies mate, their tails form a love heart.
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Sea otters hold hands while sleeping so they don’t drift away from each other.
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When a male gentoo penguin "falls in love" with a female penguin, he searches the entire beach to find the perfect pebble to present to her.
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Cuddling (or other ‘love’ acts) helps to heal physical wounds faster due to the release of Oxytocin which is proven to reduce swelling.
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A new born kangaroo is small enough to fit in a spoon!
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Baby rabbits are called kittens.
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