Octopuses have nine brains: one central and one for each arm.

Some insects can lift many times their body weight.

Fact #213 · Animals

Certain birds of prey can spot small animals from great heights.

Fact #483 · Animals

A giraffe's heart can weigh over 20 pounds.

Fact #447 · Animals

Many species of beetles have hardened wing covers called elytra.

Fact #457 · Animals

The platypus is one of the few mammals that lay eggs.

Fact #382 · Animals

Certain birds can recognize themselves in mirrors.

Fact #404 · Animals

Some species of sharks must keep moving to breathe.

Fact #284 · Animals

Some beetles produce defensive chemicals to deter predators.

Fact #481 · Animals