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Old 09-01-2012, 09:04 PM
 
Location: Michigan
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If you go down to the woods in China today, you're in for a big surprise.

Researchers have uncovered the mystery behind one of the oddest animal behaviours ever found - male pandas performing a handstand when they urinate.

There is a purpose to this gymnastic feat, however, for an upside-down panda can get his pee higher up a tree - allowing him to spread his scent further afield and therefore increase his chances during the limited mating window.


Read more: How pandas like to pee on a tree while doing a handstand to mark their territory | Mail Online
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Old 09-02-2012, 12:01 PM
 
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Benjamin Franklin used to do that as well. Kidney stones.
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