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Capybara and dog

Capybara are the largest species of rodent. They may exceed 100lb. They are semiaquatic.

Similar to Dogs, Lambs wag their tails when they are stroked

The American black bear (Ursus americanus) is the world's most common bear species. They are excellent and strong swimmers, doing so for pleasure and to feed (largely on fish).

Pygmy-owls have a pair of "false eyes" on the back of their heads. Some theorize that these eyespots attract attention away from their true eyes during mob attacks

Pygmy-owls have a pair of "false eyes" on the back of their heads. Some theorize that these eyespots attract attention away from their true eyes during mob attacks

The Caracal twitches its ears to communicate with other caracals

"Oh so that's how you do it, mummy"

Because they are social learners, kittens look to other cats for cues on how to behave.

I wanna be a wolf!

The grasshopper mouse howls like a little wolf to defend its territory.

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Pom-pom Crabs are named for their tendency to wave around stinging sea anemones in their claws to protect themselves against predators

Dogs have around 1,700 taste buds, compared to human's 9,000

The North American Porcupine has modified hairs formed into sharp, barbed, hollow spines. They are used primarily for defense, but also serve to insulate their bodies during winter. They also produce a strong odor to warn potential predators to stay away.

Hippopotamus are well-adapted to their amphibious lifestyle. They have dense bones which help them walk or trot along the bottom of rivers.

The Northern white-faced owl changes its appearance to respond to threats

The Northern white-faced owl changes its appearance to respond to threats

A pangolin’s tongue is attached near its pelvis and last pair of ribs, and when fully extended is longer than the animal’s head and body.

The Japanese deer found in Nara Park will bow if you feed them crackers. This has earned them the nickname "bowing deer".

Alpacas are bred for their fiber, which can command high prices. This is in contrast to their larger cousins, the llamas, who were bred to be beasts of burden.

Octopuses hatch from eggs

When wolves howl together, they harmonize rather than sing on one note to give the illusion of greater numbers. Howls of European wolves are more protracted and melodious than those of North American wolves, which are louder, with stronger emphasis on the first syllable.

The name ‘coati’ comes from native American Indian words meaning ‘belt’ and ‘nose’, referring to the way coatis tuck their nose into their belly while sleeping.

Smooth Coated Otters will partake in "group rubbings" to refresh their coat and strengthen social bonds. Essentially, they snuggle.