# The remarkable story of the first animal to defecate

A television documentary airs tonight exploring the evolutionary milestone of the first animal to produce solid waste. The show examines how this biological development shaped ecosystems. It offers a lighthearted but informative look at a rarely discussed aspect of natural history.

**Importance:** 1/5

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### Entertainment
- [The Guardian Culture](https://www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio/2026/jul/27/tv-tonight-the-amazing-story-of-the-first-animal-to-poo) — Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:15:31 GMT