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  Pink Milk & Blood Sweat: 7 Wild Facts About Hippos You Won’t Believe! When you think of Africa’s most dangerous animals, lions and crocodiles might come to mind—but the hippopotamus  is the real heavyweight champion of the savanna! These massive, water-loving giants are full of surprises, from their aggressive personalities to their pink milk . Yes, you read it right—' pink milk' ! Let’s dive into some fascinating facts about these incredible creatures.   1. Built Like a Tank (But Surprisingly Fast!) Hippos may look like chubby, slow-moving river potatoes, but don’t be fooled—they can outrun a human  on land, reaching speeds of up to 19 mph (30 km/h)  ! In water, they’re graceful swimmers, using their webbed feet to glide effortlessly.   2. One of the Most Dangerous Animals in Africa   Despite their cute, pudgy appearance, hippos are extremely aggressive  and kill more people in Africa than lions or crocodiles. They have massive ja...

  The Fascinating World of Crabs: Blue Blood, Sideways Walks, and More! Crabs are one of the most enthralling beings on the planet, crawling sideways along beaches, running away to hide in tide pools, and finally, being the starring attraction in some seafood feast. Yet there seems to be so much more to these armored critters than meets the eye. Did you know they have blue blood ? Or that some can climb trees ? Well, let us dive into the amazing world of crabs.     1. Crabs Literally Have Royal Blue Blood Unlike iron-carrying red blood among humans, crabs (and other arthropods like horseshoe crabs) possess blue blood ! This quality is because their blood contains hemocyanin , a copper-based protein that turns blue when oxygenated. Scientists actually use crab blood in medical research to detect harmful bacteria in vaccines and medical equipment —talk about a life-saving crustacean! 2. They Can Walk Sideways… But Not All of Them!  Most crabs scuttle sideways bec...

Dolphins: The Geniuses of the Ocean with a Language Rivaling Humans Dolphins are not just the smiling and playful creatures of cinema; they are among Earth's most intelligent beings, with an elaborate way of communication next only to humans! These ocean wonders have piqued the interest of scientists and ocean admirers for decades, and with every new discovery we make about them, they seem to become more amazing!   1. Dolphins Have Names, Much Like Us? Imagine calling your friend with a special kind of whistle. In fact, dolphins do that! Studies indicate that every dolphin will develop a special signature whistle , a kind of name that is used by others to call that dolphin. They could even copy the whistles of their loved ones, almost in a way saying, "Hey, over here!" 2. The Complexity of Dolphin Language Is Nothing Short of Astonishing Though largely undeciphered, scientists believe dolphin "speech" may take the form of clicks, whistles, and even body gesture...