Meerkats are immune to certain venoms — including scorpion stings — and teach their young to handle prey safely.

Emperor penguins can dive deeper than 1,500 feet.

Fact #344 · Animals

A blue whale's tongue can weigh as much as an elephant.

Fact #443 · Animals

Some frogs carry their tadpoles on their backs.

Fact #354 · Animals

A woodpecker's skull absorbs shock from repeated pecking.

Fact #393 · Animals

The Amazon rainforest contains an extraordinary diversity of plant and animal species.

Fact #16 · Animals

Some marine mammals communicate through clicks and whistles.

Fact #525 · Animals

Certain birds of prey have exceptionally sharp vision.

Fact #434 · Animals

Some insects communicate using pheromones.

Fact #469 · Animals