A cockroach can live for several weeks without its head — it only dies because it can no longer drink water.

Some birds can navigate using the position of the stars.

Fact #235 · Animals

Certain birds build hanging nests from woven plant fibers.

Fact #471 · Animals

Some birds can see ultraviolet light.

Fact #120 · Animals

A sea otter uses its chest as a surface for cracking shells.

Fact #530 · Animals

Certain octopus species are known for their intelligence.

Fact #495 · Animals

Some birds can fly at high altitudes over mountains.

Fact #323 · Animals

Some mammals hibernate during winter.

Fact #303 · Animals

Some species of snakes give live birth instead of laying eggs.

Fact #540 · Animals