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Bowhead whales can live more than 200 years

Evidence suggests that bowhead whales can live for over 200 years.

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They spend their lives in Arctic and subarctic waters with seasonal sea ice. A layer of blubber up to 1.6 feet thick insulates them.

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The last wild horse has 66 chromosomes

Przewalski's horses, the last truly wild horses, have 66 chromosomes. Domestic horses have 64.

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Giant manta rays span up to 26 feet

The giant manta ray is the world's largest ray, with a wingspan of up to 26 feet.

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Sea otters can rest in kelp beds

Resting sea otters float on their backs and can settle into coastal kelp beds.

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