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The Mighty Banyan Tree Can 'Walk' and Live for Centuries
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These majestic trees send their roots down in pillars from branch to ground, can form a canopy over 80 feet high and can live to be 250 years old.
Papuan Olive Python: New Guinea's Behemoth in the Rainforest
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Although New Guinea's Papuan olive python is nonvenomous, its color-changing camouflage and mighty constriction make it an excellent hunter.
Uncovering the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina - 8 Years Later
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Explore the impact of Hurricane Katrina. Understand its devastation and aftermath. Learn about the history of Hurricane Katrina today.
This Tiny Swift Bird Can Fly for 10 Months Without Landing
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Thanks to new technology, researchers have discovered that the common swift flies 10 months a year without landing, setting a world record for uninterrupted time aloft.
Which trees hold up best during a natural disaster?
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In a natural disaster, a tree won't always hold up against wind and rain. To withstand a disaster, a tree must be strong, so learn which fit the bill.
This Cattle Breed Identification Quiz Is Really Hard, So We'll Be Impressed If You Even Get Four Right
Most people don't give cattle a second thought, so long as they have access to milk and hamburgers. But if you fancy yourself a real cowboy or cowgirl, maybe a cowperson, then let's see how many you can identify! No bull, just a quiz!
How Sweat Works
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Sweat is your body's way of cooling itself. Learn how the body makes sweat, why we sweat and what factors affect sweating.
10 Red Butterfly Species Found From India to Florida to Europe
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Bright, bold, and impossible to miss, red butterfly species are more than eye candy. It's a colorful member of the insect world with a variety of species fluttering across continents.
The Best and Worst Weather For Your Face
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Dry air can dry out your skin and humid weather may make it oily. Find out which weather is best for your face and your skin in general.
Earth's 20 Quadrillion Ants Outweigh All Wild Birds and Mammals, Combined
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Estimating ant numbers and mass provides an important baseline from which to monitor ant populations amid worrying environmental changes.