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The "jumping shrew" is like the Michael Jordan of, uh... still jumping, I guess.

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Scorpions are able to exist on a diet that would make most Instagram detoxes seem gluttonous. When there's not much prey to be found, they're able to live on a single insect a year. And look great doing it! CRACKED.COM — Source: National Geographic

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Because of the ongoing volcanic activity, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park is constantly changing Hiking trails are even closed and reopened depending on how the landscape has changed. CRACKED.COM — Source: National Parks Traveler

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There are only two elements in the world that exist in a liquid state at room temperature. SCHOT DURAN 100 ml Old thermometers may tip you off to the first, mercury, but not as many people know the second: bromine. CRACKED.COM — Source: Wikipedia

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Despite what Oregon Trail may have led you to believe, bison are actually quite quick animals. Bison can run 40 miles per hour, which is enough fast-moving meat to turn you into applesauce. CRACKED.COM — Source: National Forest Foundation

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A footrace (or talon-race) between Usain Bolt and a wild turkey might be closer than you think. Wild turkeys can run up to 25 mph, VS Bolt's top speed of 27. If they cheat and fly? They burn him at 55 mph. CRACKED.COM — Source: The Spruce

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Angel's Trumpet is a plant that can induce strong auditory and visual hallucinations in humans. But I wouldn't try tripping on them, since they can also, well, paralyze your organs. Not so groovy. CRACKED.COM — Source: Discovery

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You can tell the rank of the sculpted warriors featured in China's Terracotta Army by their clothing. The lowest ranked warrior? The one wearing a terracotta t-shirt that says Fart Now Loading. CRACKED.COM — Source: China Highlights

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The elephant shrew, or jumping shrew is a tiny mammal with NBA-ready ups. Only a couple inches in size, they have a 36 leap, meaning they need to be taught to dunk IMMEDIATELY. CRACKED.COM — Source: AfricaFreak

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