The dung beetle navigates using the Milky Way — the only insect known to use the galaxy for orientation.

A tiger’s stripes are unique like human fingerprints.

Fact #468 · Animals

Certain birds of prey can spot small animals from great heights.

Fact #483 · Animals

Some spiders can glide through the air using silk.

Fact #369 · Animals

Sea otters use rocks as tools to break open shellfish.

Fact #43 · Animals

Elephants can detect distant thunderstorms through ground vibrations.

Fact #347 · Animals

Some lizards can detach their tails to escape predators.

Fact #509 · Animals

Some species of octopus can escape through very small openings.

Fact #451 · Animals

Some birds can imitate sounds from their environment.

Fact #489 · Animals