Beavers build dams that can be seen from space — and their engineering alters entire ecosystems.

Supercell storms are responsible for many tornadoes.

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Tyrannosaurus rex had one of the strongest bites of any land animal.

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A cloud can weigh more than a million tons.

Fact #2716 · Nature

You are more likely to die from falling out of bed than from a shark attack.

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Certain plants close their leaves when touched as a defense response.

Fact #891 · Nature

The penguin’s dense feathers create a waterproof barrier.

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Tardigrades can survive extreme radiation, freezing, and even space.

Fact #1758 · Nature

Some species of bamboo can grow nearly three feet in one day.

Fact #171 · Nature