The coelacanth, believed extinct for 65 million years, was discovered alive in 1938 off South Africa.

Some species of penguins can swim at speeds of up to 15 miles per hour.

Fact #251 · Animals

Certain insects communicate using vibrations.

Fact #430 · Animals

Some species of spiders can survive underwater for short periods.

Fact #414 · Animals

Some birds can imitate sounds from their environment.

Fact #489 · Animals

Elephants have one of the longest gestation periods of any land animal.

Fact #386 · Animals

Some species of crabs can regenerate lost claws.

Fact #396 · Animals

Octopuses have three hearts and blue blood.

Fact #1 · Animals

Penguins can drink salt water because of specialized glands.

Fact #362 · Animals