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Scientists estimate that insects make up to 90% of all species of animals on the planet and more than half of all living things. They can be found in almost every habitat, from snowy mountain peaks to scorching deserts and they have been around for more than 400 million years, longer than dinosaurs and flowering plants!

― BBC Documentary: Life in the Undergrowth

Trees are able to communicate and defend themselves against attacking insects. Scientists have found that trees can flood their leaves with chemicals called phenolics when the insects begin their raid. They can also signal danger to other trees so they can start their own defense.

― Documentary: The Hidden Life of Trees

Category: Plant life

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All clowfish are born male —some turn female to enable mating.

― BBC Documentary: Blue Planet: Seas of Life

Category: The Ocean

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Whales make the loudest sounds underwater with 188 dBs, the whistle can travel up to 500 mile.

― BBC Documentary: Blue Planet: Seas of Life

Category: The Ocean

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Less than 100 years ago, tigers could be found throughout Asia. Sadly, hunting and habitat loss have put populations at risk, and today their range has been reduced to around 7% of its former size. That’s why we need to do all we can to protect these beautiful beasts!

― BBC Documentary: Planet Earth II

Category: Wildlife

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