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TIL that a crocodile from Burundi named Gustave has killed as many as 300 people. He has evaded numerous capture and kill attempts, and has obtained near-mythical status in the region.

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9wV6m TIL of a species of Pitcher Plant that has developed a symbiotic relationship with Tree Shrews. The Tree Shrews feed on the nectar produced by the Pitcher Plant and defecates into the pitcher while the Pitcher Plant gets its needed nitrogen from the shrew poo
M7kNW Today I learned about the Heslington Brain, the oldest found preserved brain as it is over 2,600 years old
grMjW TIL that famed Hollywood actor Keanu Reeves was the bassist for a grunge / alternative band in the 90s, and opened for legendary artists Bon Jovi and David Bowie while touring.
Zljo TIL an elderly man investigated for having large sums of cash but no visible means of support was found to have 1,258 paintings in his apartment, over 500 of which suspected as having been looted by the Nazis.
6EEnX Short answer: It's complicated