Explore the fascinating world of animals in this comprehensive 4-hour 30-minute TED-Ed series. Delve into the peculiar behaviors of cats, uncover the mysteries of jellyfish stings, and examine cannibalism in the animal kingdom. Learn about diverse mammalian birth methods, elephant memory, and the historical impact of cats. Investigate the varying lifespans of animals, the extraordinary octopus brain, and the sluggish nature of sloths. Discover the resilience of tardigrades, the ecological role of dung beetles, and how animals experience pain. Unravel the complexities of fire ant colonies, dolphin intelligence, and electric fish. Study the evolution of animal genitalia, orangutan cognition, and canine history. Explore how poisonous animals avoid self-harm, deep-sea creatures, and canine olfactory abilities. Examine animal communication, ant colony dynamics, and sea turtle survival. Investigate the enigmatic mating habits of eels, the awesomeness of sharks, and animal cognition. Learn why some birds can't fly, experience the world's most dangerous flatulence, and understand how animals see in the dark. Delve into hibernation, flying squids, and the regenerative abilities of axolotls. Marvel at the size of blue whales, the acid-puking vultures, and the disease resistance of bats. Explore the evolution of turtle shells, the last living members of extinct species, and the world's most painful insect sting. Discover walking fish, naked mole rats, and the secrets of hummingbird flight. Uncover deceptive animal behaviors, forest-hunting sharks, and the language of cotton-top tamarins. Learn about coral reef-protecting fish, unusual animal respiratory systems, and the formation of animal swarms. Gain insights into bird migration, elephant trunk versatility, and much more in this captivating exploration of the animal kingdom. Read more