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Will birds really abandon their young if humans disturb the nest?
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Will a mama bird really abandon its young at the slightest sign of human interference? Learn about baby birds and their mothers at HowStuffWorks.
How do armadillos roll into a ball?
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An armadillo ball is what it sounds like: an armadillo rolled up in a ball. Read why an armadillo ball is more than a shape -- it's a defensive tactic.
10 Outrageous Cartoon Moments That Use Real Physics
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In among the suspended falls and running into painted tunnels, animation sometimes uses real science. Here are 10 real physics moments in cartoons.
Sugar Gliders Are Nature's Cutest Little Daredevils
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These adorable marsupials look as sweet as their name. But what, exactly, are sugar gliders? HowStuffWorks introduces you.
What happens to chimps used in medical research?
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Chimpanzee research dates back to the 1920s with Robert Yerkes. Learn what happens in chimpanzee research and why some countries ban the practice.
Cape Buffalo Are Intensely Protective Herbivores
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Today, we're exploring one of Africa's most formidable and awe-inspiring animals: the Cape buffalo. This powerhouse bovine isn't just a member of the prestigious "Big Five" — it's also one of the most dangerous animals on the continent.
The Wild History of the Texas Longhorn
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These impressive Texas longhorn has an illustrious past. HowStuffWorks looks at how they wound their way through America and settled in the heartland.
What Are the Nitrogen Cycle Steps?
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The nitrogen cycle is the system by which nitrogen is converted into different chemical forms, some usable to humans and animals and some not, as it circulates among the atmosphere, the land and the oceans.
Horseshoe Crabs Endangered by Biomedical Bloodletting
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Horseshoe crabs are a valuable commodity to the biomedical industry, which is not helping their chances of survival. HowStuffWorks takes a look.
People Sleep More Soundly With Their Dogs in the Bedroom ... With One Exception
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HowStuffWorks looks at a new study that finds out how well people sleep with a dog in their room or their bed.