The appendages of a mantis shrimp move so fast they can break aquarium glass.

Some insects have compound eyes made of many lenses.

Fact #513 · Animals

A koala sleeps for many hours each day.

Fact #490 · Animals

A hummingbird can hover in place while feeding.

Fact #484 · Animals

Owls can rotate their heads up to about 270 degrees.

Fact #38 · Animals

Some birds can mimic human speech.

Fact #268 · Animals

Elephants communicate using low-frequency sounds.

Fact #51 · Animals

Some lizards can detach their tails to escape predators.

Fact #509 · Animals

Some ants cultivate fungus as a food source.

Fact #521 · Animals