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The mosquito is the most dangerous animal in the world, accounting for one to two million fatalities each year. By comparison, bears only cause five to fen fatalities per year.

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Hibernating bears reduce their metabolism by 75% during hibernation. Amazingly their body temperature is only reduced by 10 degrees Fahrenheit (4 Celsius).

When Polar Bear cubs are born they weigh only about a pound and half (600 grams). They can eventually grow to an astonishing 2000 lbs (907 kg).

Mosquitoes love the scent of stinky feet. Cleaning your feet before being around mosquitoes helps to avoid being bitten.

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Hyenas have exceptional strength. Their heart is twice the size of a lion's heart.

Snails can glide across razor blades and knives without being harmed. The mucus they secrete acts as a barrier between their body and the sharp object.

Sloths are the slowest animals on Earth. They also sleep a lot, 15 to 18 hours per day while hanging upside down.

Giraffes require the least sleep of any mammal, about 20-30 minutes per day. They get their sleep by taking short power naps while standing up, usually for five minutes or less.

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