It’s time to reveal 10 of the most random facts! From gorillas joyfully burping to the biggest crayon in the world. Bubble wrap goes from 3D wallpaper idea to shipping superhero to a very rare blood type. Explore time-warping at light speed, the notorious durian, and the hummingbird’s backward flight. Japan boasts one vending machine for every forty people, and a six-second yawn mystery awaits. Dive into the ocean where dolphins swim with unique names for each other.

1. Gorillas burp when they are happy!

Just like you might laugh when you’re happy, gorillas express their joy by burping.

It’s their way of showing that they’re feeling good and having a great time!

BURP!

Ever heard of the Gorilla Gorilla Gorilla? Find out more here!

2. The world’s biggest crayon is 5.12 metres tall!

Ashrita Furman from the USA holds the record for creating the largest crayon, measuring an impressive 5.21 metres in length and 0.45 metres in diameter.

This colourful feat was achieved in Jamaica, New York, USA, and was officially verified on October 10th, 2017.

Imagine having a crayon that’s taller than a basketball hoop. That’s some serious crayon creativity!

3. Bubble wrap was invented to be 3D wallpaper.

The bubble wrap we love to pop was initially supposed to be cool 3D wallpaper!

Can you picture your room covered in bumpy, bubble-filled designs?

Whilst it didn’t end up being wallpaper, it turned out to be super handy for keeping stuff safe during shipping.

Learn more about this with Sir Sidney McSprocket!

4. AB negative is the rarest blood type.

Individuals with blood type AB are considered rare and unique because their red blood cells carry both A and B antigens on their surface, while their plasma lacks antibodies.

The AB positive blood type earns the nickname “universal recipient” because individuals with AB positive blood can receive red blood cells from donors of any blood type, making them compatible with a wide range of transfusions.

It’s like having a super-friendly blood type that can get along with everyone else’s blood!

Read Top 10 Facts About Blood!

5. If you could travel at the speed of light, you’d never get any older!

If you zoomed around as fast as light, time would slow down for you.

You wouldn’t age as quickly as everyone else. You’d never get any older!

So, if you ever dream of time travel, think about traveling at the speed of light.

Learn about light waves here.

6. The smelliest fruit is called a durian.

Meet the durian, the fruit with a smell so strong it’s famous!

It has been described as sulfur, sewage, fruit, honey and rotting onions. Yuck!

Some people love its taste, but others can’t stand the smell.

7. The hummingbird is the only bird that can fly backwards.

The hummingbird is the only bird capable of flying backward.

Its unique flying abilities, including hovering and swift backward flight, set it apart from other bird species.

This remarkable skill is attributed to the hummingbird’s rapid wing movements and specialised wing joints, allowing for extraordinary manoeuvrability in the air.

Read Top 10 Facts About Birds!

8. Japan has one vending machine for every 40 people.

Japan is like a vending machine wonderland!

They have machines selling all sorts of things, from snacks to toys.

With one machine for every 40 people, it’s like a treasure hunt for your favourite treats on every street corner!

9. An average yawn lasts 6 seconds.

Yawning might seem endless, but on average, it lasts only 6 seconds.

That’s just a quick break for your brain to get some extra oxygen.

So, next time you catch yourself yawning, count to six and see if it’s true!

Professor Hallux investigates why yawns are contagious.

10. Dolphins have their own personalised names!

Dolphins are super smart – they even have their own names!

They communicate with special sounds, like whistles and clicks, to talk to their dolphin friends.

It is believed that dolphins create their own sound so the other dolphins know who and where they are.

It’s like having secret codes underwater!