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15 White Birds Soaring Over Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas

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White birds are some of the most striking and elegant creatures in the natural world. Whether soaring over lakes, wading through wetlands, or perched in city skylines, these birds tend to capture attention with their brilliant features.

If a giraffe's neck only has seven vertebrae, how is it so flexible?

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A good portion of a giraffe's height comes from its statuesque neck. But how do these lanky creatures get their necks in such pretzel-like positions?

20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls

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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.

How Your Brain Works

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Every animal you can think of -- mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, amphibians -- all have brains. But the human brain is unique. It gives us the power to think, plan, speak and imagine.

What Is the Strongest Animal Bite in the World?

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The strongest animal bite in the world isn't easy to measure, but even with conservative estimates, these are some impressive numbers.

Why are orca called killer whales?

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People love to swim with them so why are orca called killer whales? Find out why orca are called killer whales and whether an orca is a whale.

Why aren't mountain goats really goats?

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Mountain goats may have woolly fur, cloven feet and horns, but they are quite different from true goats. Why call them mountain goats if they're not goats?

Why Is Wombat Scat Shaped Like a Cube?

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The shape of wombat scat closely resembles dice. Learn why wombat scat has such a distinctive shape and what this means for other animals in the area.

African Animal Pictures

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Many kinds of animals are native only to Africa. Check out these African animal pictures at HowStuffWorks.

How do walruses sleep in the water without drowning?

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Walruses sleep in the water without drowning with a clever anatomical adaptation. Learn how walruses sleep, mate, nurse and just relax in the water.

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