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TIL 99.6% of all animals used and killed by humans in the U.S. are farmed animals

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Oo9j1 TIL the cloth of gold cone (Conus textile) is a venomous species of sea snail capable of severely stinging humans, and several deaths have been attributed to this marine gastropod. The snail's proboscis holds the harpoon-like, radular tooth which is responsible for injecting conotoxin into its prey.
Y7Dmv TIL the use of iron maidens as a medieval torture device is considered to be a myth
rNJyw TIL North Korea has repeatedly attempted to dig tunnels under the DMZ that would allow a surprise attack on South Korea. Four have been found, more are believed to exist, and three are operated as tourist attractions by the South Korean government.
R7Xd6 TIL that Priests at Haridwar, India have been maintaining Bahi Khata (Genealogy register) of families which have records spanning around 2000 years and they are able to search them pretty accurately in about 5-7 minutes.
mxbmp Today I learned that the little pockets on your blue jeans are for carrying pocket watches.