In late 2013, the first carnivorous mammal to be discovered within the Western hemisphere was found by Dr. Kristofer Helgen. It is called the Olinguito and is a member of the Raccoon-family.

Japan has approximately 200 volcanoes and is home to 10% of the active volcanoes in the world.

Bamboo can grow three feet in one day.

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