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The oldest known piece of jewelry is a set of beads made from Nassarius shells,
which were discovered in Israel and are believed to be around 100,000 years old.
2. The world's largest spider is the Goliath birdeater, which can have a leg span of up to
30 centimeters (12 inches). Despite its name, it mainly feeds on insects and small
animals and is not a threat to humans.
3. The world's largest bird is the ostrich, which can grow up to 9 feet tall and weigh
over 300 pounds. They are flightless and found in the savannas and deserts of Africa.
4. The highest waterfall in the United States is Yosemite Falls in California, which drops
2,425 feet in three separate tiers. It is one of the most popular tourist attractions in
Yosemite National Park.
5. The largest known living organism is a fungus known as Armillaria ostoyae, which
covers over 2,200 acres in the Malheur National Forest in Oregon. It is estimated to
be around 2,400 years old.

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