The black-footed cat is the deadliest wildcat in the world. Though they only weigh 2 - 6 pounds, they take down more prey in a single night than a leopard does in 6 months.

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In Dubai, artificial rain is regularly created through cloud seeding, as natural rainfall is rare

Rains are announced a day in advance

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The zombie fungus (Ophiocordyceps unilateralis) doesn't infect the brain of ants to control them, but rather destroys the motor neurons and connects directly to the muscles

Essentially, the brain becomes a prisoner in its own body


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This lake is located in Bolivia in the south of the Altiplano desert plain, it is a salt lake that has dried up. This place is often referred to as "Walk on the Clouds".

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The Wood frog can hold its pee for up to eight months.

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Blood donors in Sweden receive text messages to inform them when their blood has been used to save a life. The aim of these text messages is to express gratitude to the donors and to provide them with the knowledge that their donation has made a positive impact.

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About 25% of the total blood pumped by the heart goes to the kidneys. The kidneys receive a significant amount of blood supply because they play a crucial role in filtering waste products and regulating the body's fluid and electrolyte balance.

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Alcohol can change the brain. Consistent alcohol consumption can lead to physical adaptations in the brain, affecting the structure and connections between nerve cells. These changes can persist even when a person stops drinking, potentially causing long-term issues.

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About 8 centimeters (or 3 inches) of ice can typically support one person on foot. Around 10 centimeters (or 4 inches) of ice is usually needed to support a group of people walking in a single file line. Approximately 90 centimeters (or 36 inches) of ice can potentially support up to 110 tons of weight.

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Blood constitutes approximately 7% to 8% of a person's total body weight. For instance, in an average adult weighing around 70 kilograms (154 pounds), their blood volume would typically be approximately 4.9 to 5.6 liters.

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When you turn 100 years old in Barbados, you're given a stamp in your honor.

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Smoking dead scorpions to get high is a practice in Pakistan. Users crush the scorpions into powder and mix with tobacco or hash. Supposedly the high lasts for almost 10 hours. The first six hours are painful, as the body adjusts to the high. Slowly, the feeling eases into enjoyment and everything appears like it is dancing.

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The world’s oldest animal on land is a tortoise called Jonathan, the tortoise is 190 years old as of 2022.

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Google has been known to use goats as a form of eco-friendly lawn maintenance at their Mountain View headquarters. They hire a herder and a team of goats, along with the help of a border collie like Jen, to graze on the grass, reducing the need for traditional lawnmowers and promoting sustainability. It’s an innovative and environmentally friendly approach to landscaping.

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Thomas Wadhouse was an English circus performer who lived in the 18th century. He is most famously known for having the world's longest nose, which measured almost 8 inches (20cm) long.

(The photograph above is a wax reproduction of his head)

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