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When it comes to weird and bizarre facts, the world is a treasure trove of information. From the bizarre habits of ancient civilizations to the strange behavior of modern-day animals, there seems to be no end to the weird and wonderful facts that we can uncover.
Did you know that termites are more closely related to cockroaches than they are to ants, even though they look more like ants? It's true! Termites and cockroaches have a common ancestor that lived about 300 million years ago, while ants evolved from a different group of insects about 150 million years ago.
Speaking of evolution, did you know that giraffes used to have long necks, but not as long as they do now? It's true! Early giraffes had necks that were only slightly longer than those of modern-day antelopes. Over time, giraffes evolved longer and longer necks to reach higher leaves, and their neck vertebrae became stretched out to accommodate the extra length.
Moving on from animals, let's talk about history. Did you know that some ancient Egyptians used crocodile dung as a form of contraception? It's true! They believed that crocodile dung had antiseptic properties that would prevent pregnancy. Thankfully, we have much better methods of birth control available to us today!
Sticking with the theme of ancient history, did you know that the first recorded mention of zombies was in the Epic of Gilgamesh, an ancient Sumerian poem? It's true! In the poem, the goddess Ishtar threatens to raise the dead to feast on the living. The concept of the zombie has been a part of human culture for thousands of years!
Finally, let's talk about the weird and wonderful world of science. Did you know that there are more possible iterations of a game of chess than there are atoms in the observable universe? It's true! The number of possible chess games is estimated to be around 10^120, while the number of atoms in the observable universe is estimated to be around 10^80.
So there you have it, a selection of some of the weirdest and most wonderful facts from around the world. Whether you're fascinated by ancient history, animal behavior, or the intricacies of science, there's always something new and bizarre to learn.
