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The Ultimate Ocean and Marine Life Quiz
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Oceans cover most of the Earth's surface. They include a vast diversity of life, everything from plants to large mammals. Oceans represent a truly undiscovered world for most people. Take this quiz and learn more about ocean life.
From Fin Whales to Blue Whales: The Whale Species Quiz
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The whale may be the most magnificent mammal in the sea, but can you tell one whale from another? Take our quiz to see how much you know about the various whale species and how these creatures differ.
Are Mermaids Real? A Look at Mermaid Myths Across Cultures
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From Hans Christian Andersen's "The Little Mermaid" to C.S. Lewis' "The Chronicles of Narnia" series to Alice Hoffman's "Aquamarine," mermaids have been a fixture in literature and pop culture for centuries. But are mermaids real?
Could a squid take down a submarine?
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Giant squid are powerful, enormous creatures that can stretch longer than a full-size school bus. Learn all about giant squid attacks.
How to Treat a Cat That is Burned
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Cats can be curious creatures, so knowing how to treat burns is an important part of cat care. Learn how to treat a cat that is burned.
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?
Mothman Mysteries: A Look at the West Virginia Cryptid
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Mothman sightings began in West Virginia in the late 60s, but is the elusive creature real or just a cover-up to distract the public from a tragic accident?
The Blue Dragon Sea Slug Eats Venomous Prey and Saves the Stingers for Later
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The blue dragon sea slug looks like a tiny ocean creature from a fantasy illustration. Despite its delicate appearance this small animal is a fierce predator that floats across the open ocean and feeds on some of the sea's most venomous animals.
A Deep Dive on the Kraken, a Shipwrecking Sea Monster
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Legends of the Kraken attacking ships date back to the Vikings. But since the giant squid ended up being real, could this aquatic cryptid be out there too?
10 Mythical American Monsters
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Very tall, hairy, glowing eyes - that seems to be the go-to description for a lot of mythical monsters out there, especially in America. Here are 10 to keep an eye out for.