ANIMALS AND WONDER

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Animals are fascinating creatures that never fail to surprise us with their amazing characteristics and behaviors , from the largest sea creatures to the tiniest insect to the largest mammals , animals are a testament to the wisdom and love from a loving Creator, interestingly enough they are filled with mind blowing and interesting facts that leave a lot of people bewildered. So I had to make some research to get the most of them, and here I am , lets get into these facts that will make you appreciate the wonder and diversity of the natural world. I had to classify them to make it easy ,
• BATS

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1.They are the only mammals that fly( though some mammals glide).

1. Their droppings jnown as “guano” can be used to make gun powder .
2. They can reach speeds of over 100 miles per hour.
   4.most people have the misconception that bats are generally blind animals, however some species as many people know make use of “ echolocation” to see, but some species have better eyesight than humans!!.
3. Like human fingerprints, They each have a unique pattern on their wings, making them each unique .
   BONUS FACT: Bats aren’t vampire-like. In fact, only 3 out of about 1,300 species of bats feed on blood, and rarely that of humans. Bats generally prefer insects and fruit, interesting right?

• RACCOONS

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1. The black markings across raccoons’ eyes allow them to see better even in the dark by reducing glare.( Amazing indeed)
2. Their front paws are especially sensitive. Raccoons also use use a technique called “dousing”(dipping their food in water) to heighten their sense of touch, wetting their paws to stimulate the nerve endings.
3. They can adapt to a wide variety of habitats , from cities and towns to high mountains.
   BONUS FACTS: chipmunks and other small animals have fast reaction times because they process information more quickly. They are essentially seeing everything around them in slow motion.( This is thrilling)
   • BEARS
4. In contrast to popular belief, bears don’t actually hibernate! According to research “Bears go into torpor, which while similar to hibernation is different from it. When in torpor bears reduce both their heart and breathing rate, and their temperature drops, but less so than animals that hibernate!!!
5. For bears, Autumn is a time of hyperphagia – a period of excessive eating and drinking to fatten themselves up for hibernation/torpor. They eat and drink almost nonstop. Needing to consume around 10 times their regular intake of food, they roam outside their normal ranges and spend up to 20 hours each day focused on finding more calories.
   • BONUS FACT: The cheetah is the fastest land animal, capable of reaching speeds of up to 70 miles per hour in short bursts. Their sleek bodies and powerful muscles allow them to chase down prey with incredible agility and precision. But they cant hold on for so long.

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• OTTERS

1. Can you believe the fact that some otters hold hands while in their sleeping position which is lying on their backs so as to keep themselves from drifting away from the others.
2. Sea otters rely on their dense fur to keep warm (unlike most other marine animals who have blubber for insulation). They have the densest fur of all animals with up to 2.5 million hairs per square inch! How impressive!!
3. How amazing it is to know that Some sea otters use tools (usually rocks) to access their food (e.g., smashing open a clam shell). They often store their tool in a pouch under their armpit.
   BONUS FACT:did you know The blue whale can measure up to 100 feet long. Its heart weighs about 400 pounds, the lungs have spaces that a human can swim there.

• CHIPMUNKS

1. Did you know Chipmunks can amazingly gather up to 165 acorns in a single day. To temporarily store their food, they use their cheek pouches, which can expand up to three times the size of their head

2. Similar to their squirrel cousins, some chipmunks are scatter hoarders, hiding their food in thousands of different caches. Others are larder hoarders, hiding their stashes in a ‘larder’ in their burrow.

3. Most chipmunks live in underground burrows, although some make their nests in logs or bushes.

   BONUS FACT: how astonishing is it to find out that Koalas’ fingerprints are so similar to humans’ that they might complicate a crime scene. Incredible!!!

• POLAR BEARS

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1. Polar bears can swim for days at a time. One polar bear was tracked swimming 686 km (426 miles) over nine days, losing 22% of her body weight.
   2.Polar bears can smell a seal on the ice 32 km (20 mi) away and a seal’s breathing hole 1 km (0.6 mi) away.
2. Polar bear skin is black! Also, the long “guard” hairs of their fur are both translucent and hollow (but appear white because of the light they reflect).
   BONUS;
   • You definitely don’t know that :The axolotl is a unique amphibian that has the ability to regenerate lost body parts, including limbs, organs, and even parts of their brain. This remarkable ability has made them a popular subject of scientific research into tissue regeneration and healing.
   • The octopus is a highly intelligent creature with a remarkable ability to camouflage itself by changing the color and texture of its skin. They are also known for their problem-solving skills and can navigate mazes and puzzles with ease.

In conclusion , Animals are truly amazing creatures that never cease to amaze us with their incredible abilities and behaviors. Whether it's the speed of a cheetah, the intelligence of an octopus, or the regenerative powers of an axolotl, the animal kingdom is full of wonders waiting to be discovered. So next time you encounter an animal, take a moment to appreciate the beauty of the natural world.

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