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The wombat produces cube-shaped droppings.

Why it is true

The wombat's intestine has grooves that compress the droppings into cubes. The shape prevents the cubes from rolling, allowing the animal to mark territory on flat surfaces. It is the only known animal that produces cubic droppings.

Source: Australian Museum

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