Busting animal myths: fiction vs. reality
The surprising truths behind your favorite animal legends
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The animal kingdom is full of folklore for humans. Animals are endlessly fascinating, and have inspired much of our storytelling. As a result, misunderstandings are common. Whether it's due to an exaggeration, or something that's flat out wrong about these creatures; we seem to be susceptible to believing the weirdest and wackiest facts about them. But how much is fact, and how much is fiction?
Click on for a look at the most popular animal myths that have no basis in reality.
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