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TIL the largest population of raccoons outside North America is in Germany. Raccoons are now distributed in several European and Asian countries, as a result of escapes and deliberate introductions

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EL8x TIL the 31st Vice President of the United States, Charles Curtis, had considerable Native American ancestry and even spoke Kansa, the native tongue of the Kaw tribe.
xVQb5 TIL butterflies do not only feed on nectar, but also feed on mud, urine and decaying flesh.
rRa4o TIL in the original novel "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz," Dorothy wore silver shoes. They used Ruby slippers in the movie to take advantage of the new Technicolor film.
Y4JB TIL the ancient greeks had a system where every citizen could vote to exile any politician for 10 years - ostracism.
rNEmd TIL that the deadliest sword ‘Damascus Steel’, known for its unique patterns, has its origins in India 2500 years before present.