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🔍 Did you know? Orangutans are the only great apes that live primarily in trees. They build nests out of leaves and branches at the top of trees to sleep in every night.

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Did you know? Budgerigars have the ability to mimic human words and sounds, especially males, who are usually more vocally talented.

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🔍 Did you know? The Leuconotopicus borealis, known as the white-breasted woodpecker, is found in North America and inhabits pine forests.

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🔍 Did you know? Cats can “purr” both out of happiness and to soothe themselves in stressful moments.

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🔍 Did you know? Colorful butterflies, have bright wings that help confuse predators, serving as a defense mechanism.

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🔍 Did you know? Black cats have been considered a sign of good luck in several cultures. For example, in Scotland, it is believed that a black cat arriving at your doorstep brings prosperity and fortune.

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🔍 Did you know? Sheep have an amazing memory! They can recognize up to 50 faces of other sheep and humans for up to two years.

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🔍 Did you know? This caterpillar is famous for its distinctive furry appearance, and in North American folklore, it’s believed that the width of its brown band can predict the severity of the winter — the wider it is, the milder the winter will be.

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🔍 Did you know? The Penelope jacucaca, commonly known as jacucaca, is a bird endemic to Brazil, found mainly in the Caatinga. It plays an important role in seed dispersal, helping to regenerate the local vegetation.

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🔍 Did you know? intriguing fact is that Halcyon smyrnensis is often found far from water sources, which is atypical for many kingfisher species that typically hunt near aquatic environments.

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🔍 Did you know? The young, called “joeys,” are born extremely small and complete their development inside the mother’s pouch.

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🔍 Did you know? The *Diloboderus abderus*, commonly known as the “rhinoceros beetle” or “wheat grub,” is a large beetle primarily found in South America. Its larvae are considered agricultural pests, especially for crops like wheat, corn, and other plantations, as they feed on plant roots.

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🔍 Did you know? The Argiope argentata has an interesting defense technique: when it feels threatened, it makes its web vibrate quickly, making it appear larger and more intimidating to predators.

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🔍 Did you know?🦎 Green iguanas can develop a bright orange hue, especially males, during mating season. This vibrant color helps attract females and fend off rivals. The intensity of the orange can also depend on the iguana’s environment and health conditions!

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🔍 Did you know? Cleopatra butterflies (Gonepteryx cleopatra) are naturally camouflaged 🦋 Found in southern Europe and northern Africa, these butterflies have vivid yellow wings resembling dried leaves, an effective disguise against predators, making them nearly invisible when they rest on branches or dry leaves—a brilliant survival adaptation!

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🔍 Did you know? The harpy eagle (Harpia harpia) is one of the largest eagles in the world, with claws as big as a bear’s, allowing it to hunt heavy prey like monkeys and sloths. Found in the rainforests of Central and South America, it is endangered due to habitat loss and hunting.

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🔍 Did you know? The Glaucus atlanticus, also known as the blue dragon, is a type of sea slug that floats upside down on the ocean’s surface, riding currents.

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