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Lkr4p TIL all maps of China are slightly wrong
5YPvB TIL in the mandrill species, if a beta male wins a fight, then it gradually transforms into an alpha male - gaining larger testicles, more colorful skin, and the ability to produce offspring with females. If an alpha male loses a fight, then the reverse happens.
6EwAw TIL that there are approximately 80 hippos in Columbia. This is because Pablo Escobar had 4 imported from America in 1981 for his own private collection. The hippos escaped and have now shade what is believed to be a positive impact on Columbian river ecosystems.
ADM0n TIL, that dolphins and whales don't drink sea water. They get water from the food they eat.
GALJg TIL that Tuvalu announced plans as the first country in the world to build a digital replica in the metaverse to preserve its cultural heritage.