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Troubled Hedgehogs Fare Better in Urban Environments
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How have hedgehogs adapted to human environments? Learn more about urban hedgehogs in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Kin Selection Works
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We're used to taking the phrase "survival of the fittest" to mean it's an "every man for himself" world. But some animals (like worker bees) sacrifice themselves to ensure their species lives on. Why would they do this?
How Hibernation Works
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Hibernation is a survival strategy designed to conserve energy when conditions are harsh. Learn all about hibernation, like how it affects the body.
What's the difference between a penguin and a puffin?
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The difference between penguins and puffins involves habitat and means of transportation. Learn more about the difference between penguins and puffins.
Squirrels Actually Organize Their Nut Hoard — Here's Why
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Fall is in full swing and that means squirrels are busy hoarding nuts for winter. So how do they remember where they buried them?
How to Tell if You Have Termites
If you want to scare a homeowner, there's one sure way to do it: Mention the word termite. It's important to always keep an eye out for them. Here's what to look for.
Top 10 Tree-Dwelling Animals
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These animals aren't treehuggers in the environmental activist sense. They have to hold on for dear life! Meet the top 10 tree-dwelling animals.
Camel Spider: A Murderous Speed Demon of the Desert
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These arachnids are aggressive, unbelievably fast and love to murder ants for no reason, but don't worry - they're harmless.
Hummingbirds: What to Feed Them and a Springtime Q&A
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Hummingbirds are one of nature's marvels. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these amazing birds.
Carpenter Bee vs. Bumble Bee Identification Tips
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You hear a low hum near your porch, glance up, and spot a fat, buzzing bee. Does it matter if it's a carpenter bee vs. bumble bee?