The world is a fascinating place, and it's full of weird and interesting facts that you might have never realized were true.

Luckily, the folks over at Reddit have a collection of true facts about life, and we've combed through them to find our favorites.

From a creature that can survive the harsh vacuum of space to the odd state sport of Maryland, you're bound to learn something that makes you think twice.

Note: A shorter version of this article was originally published by Kyle Russell.