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Penguins get rid of extra salt with a gland above the eye and a quick sneeze. I get rid of crumbs by rolling about. Same idea, less elegant.

— U. (tap me for another)

Thanks for waddling by. If you ever meet a wild penguin, give it plenty of room.

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