STRANGE BUT TRUE

* In Western cultures, the owl is associated with wisdom, but in some Asian countries, it’s traditionally a symbol of stupidity.

* You may already know that seahorses mate for life. You may not be aware, though, that as they swim, they keep their tails linked together.

* Those who study such things say that Napoleon Bonaparte was partial to cashmere underwear.

* Beards may be trendy these days, but if you prefer the clean-shaven look, you belong to a group that goes back further than you think. Cave art dating back to 10,000 B.C.E. depicts grown men with no beards.

* The ostrich is the world’s only two-toed bird.