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How do gazelles use body language?

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Gazelle body language includes jumping, with legs held stiff, in the face of an approaching predator. Learn the nuances of gazelle body language.

Why Is Ambergris (Whale Poop) So Valuable?

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If you're wandering on the beach and happen upon a large mass of some sort of waxy substance, take a closer look. It could be the rare 'floating gold' of the sea: ambergris.

How many insects are there on Earth?

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Are you wondering how many insect are there on earth? Check out this article and learn how many insects there are on earth.

Why E.O. Wilson Was Called the 'Darwin of the 21st Century'

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Edward Osborne "E.O." Wilson never grew out of his "bug period" as a child and, as a result, became one of the world's foremost experts on the subject of ants.

Food Fermentation: How Microorganisms Make Food Delicious

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Our ancestors survived long winters because of fermented foods, but what health benefits do they have for modern humans?

How did language evolve?

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Let's assume that long ago Homo sapiens communicated by grunting at one another. How and when did all those grunting sounds evolve into a verb tenses, clauses and proper nouns?

The Dumbo Octopus Is a Deep Sea Ballerina

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Deep in the ocean, living in eternal darkness, is the dumbo octopus (of the genus Grimpoteuthis), a creature that few humans have seen face-to-face. When someone is lucky enough to spot one, they're often captivated by its charms.

The Mysterious Skeletons in Ben Franklin's Basement

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Human bones were found in the basement of Benjamin Franklin's London home. Lots of human bones. Was one of America's most venerated Founding Fathers a criminal of the worst kind?

What's the Difference Between Agnosticism and Atheism?

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HowStuffWorks finds out what agnostics believe and how they differ from atheists.

Botflies Are Nasty Parasites That Get Under Your Skin

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If you've never seen a botfly, it looks rather harmless. Until it lays its eggs inside a living host. HowStuffWorks talks about when things get gross.

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