Some species of crab decorate themselves with sponges and algae for camouflage — replaced as they grow.

An albatross can glide for hours without flapping its wings.

Fact #539 · Animals

A mantis shrimp can strike with the speed of a bullet.

Fact #342 · Animals

A lion's roar can be heard from several miles away.

Fact #439 · Animals

Some snakes can sense heat using specialized pits.

Fact #408 · Animals

Emperor penguins can dive deeper than 1,500 feet.

Fact #344 · Animals

A chimpanzee can use tools to solve problems.

Fact #508 · Animals

Owls can rotate their heads up to about 270 degrees.

Fact #38 · Animals

Blue whales can grow longer than 90 feet.

Fact #341 · Animals