The “world’s most murderous mammal” was NOT what I thought it would be.
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As a doggy lover, I think it’s incredible that our furry BFFs can sniff out some medical problems, including the scent of someone having an epileptic seizure.
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But my heart hurt a little to find out that albatrosses cannot recognise their little ones unless they’re in the nest. If a chick falls or gets knocked out, it must climb back in by itself or risk freezing to death!
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If, like me, you wouldn’t be without your bestie, then you’ll probably love the fact that studies have shown cows also have BFFs.
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However, I was not ready to hear something I can never un-hear. Meerkats (yes, meerkats) are nicknamed the ‘most murderous mammal’ because killings among the animals are so common.
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As a savoury girl through and through, I was very interested to find out that cats also sit on my side of the salt vs. sugar debate. Turns out, felines can’t actually taste sugar… Who knew?!
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If there’s one thing that’ll probably make you smile today, it’s learning that chimps are ticklish.
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However, are you ready to find out that horses can’t vomit? They have a valve in their stomach that stops food from returning to the mouth.
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You might not expect it from their fierce reputation, but I loved finding out that it isn’t just humans who sometimes choose to stay with one partner, wolves mate for life too!
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On the flip side, when you think of storks, I’m guessing the first thing that springs to mind is delivering babies? Well, one thing I can almost guarantee you didn’t think of is that they poop on their own legs to cool themselves down. You’re welcome.
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I’m sorry, but it’s impossible to have heard anything cuter today than the fact sea otters hold hands while they sleep to stop themselves from floating away.
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Did you know any of these facts already? Let me know in the comments which other fascinating, funny, cute, or downright gross animal facts you still can’t get over! 🤯
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