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What's the Difference Between a Dugong and a Manatee?
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Their mamas may be the only ones who can tell them apart, but there are major differences between these cousins, one being the type of water in which they can survive.
How the Coelacanth Works
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When the coelacanth was discovered in 1938, scientist knew they had found something extraordinary. Learn more about the coelacanth at HowStuffWorks.
25 Animals That Start With 'N'
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With over 1.5 million different species living on our planet, there is no shortage of interesting ways to categorize them into groups. Most of the unique creatures on the following list are not closely related, except for the fact they are all animals that start with "n."
How Environmental Organizations Work
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Environmental organizations all try to help in different ways. Learn about environmental organizations at HowStuffWorks.
4 Boa Snake Subspecies and the Constrictor Pet Trade
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The boa snake captivates reptile enthusiasts and researchers alike with its size, behavior and unique adaptations. Native to Central and South America, the large and heavy-bodied snake occupies a wide variety of habitats, from rainforests to arid regions.
The Komodo Dragon Will Feast on Its Own Young
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Found only in Indonesia, the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) roams the rugged terrain of islands like Komodo Island and within Komodo National Park, a protected sanctuary for these unique reptiles.
10 Animals That Start With 'T': From Terror Birds to Texas Rat Snakes
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Tasmanian devil, teddy guinea pig, tawny frogmouth... How many animals starting with the letter "T" can you name?
How Venus Flytraps Work
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Plants that eat other creatures? It sounds like a genetic experiment gone awry. But there's actually nothing unnatural about it; carnivorous plants have been around for millions of years.
What Type of Bear Are You?
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Fuzzy and ferocious, bears around the world have a lot in common, but they also have a lot of differences. Take the quiz to find out exactly what type of bear you are!
Audubon Mural Project Artists Paint Birds on the Brink
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Nearly 400 bird species are in danger of extinction by the end of this century and The Audubon Mural Project intends to depict every one of them.