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How does Dursban work?
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How does the pesticide Dursban work? Does it have the same effect on humans that it has on insects?
How can intestinal bacteria like E. coli infect a vegetable like spinach?
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How can intestinal bacteria like E. coli infect a vegetable like spinach? Check out this article to find out about E.coli and food contamination.
Is the Chicken Snake a Friend or Foe to Farmers?
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A chicken snake is a type of snake known for raiding chicken coops to eat eggs, birds and small mammals, such as rats and mice. This behavior makes these reptiles both a friend and a foe to farmers.
PCBs Are Killing Killer Whales
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A new study paints a grave future for the killer whale, all because of now-banned PCBs. HowStuffWorks looks at the science behind PCBs killing orcas.
Black Cats' Genes May Be FIV- Resistant
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When people talk about cats, there's one kind that often causes a double take: the black cat. Whether it's pacing across your path or curled up in a cozy sunbeam, black cats have a reputation that stretches back centuries.
Yes, Male Seahorses Do Give Birth! Here's How
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Unlike most species on Earth, the male seahorse, rather than the female, does the gestating and delivery. And he does it in his own unique way, a new study found.
Are You a Natural Healer?
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Some superheroes don't discover their superpowers until later in life ... and you might be one of those people! The power to heal others is very rare, and in this elemental quiz, we're going to determine if you're a "natural" at this!
16 Weird Laws in the U.S: Bear Wrestling, Dyed Ducks, and More
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Some laws are crafted to protect people from harm. Others feel like someone wrote them after a particularly strange town hall meeting.
Why Does My Cat Bite Me? Love Bites vs. Aggression
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If you're a cat owner, you've likely asked yourself at some point: Why does my cat bite me? From gentle nibbles to unexpected chomps, biting is one of those feline behaviors that can be both confusing and frustrating.
The White Whale Whistles and Clicks—Not Your Typical Whale Song
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The beluga, also known as the white whale, is a small Arctic cetacean famous for its bright color and unusual voice. Beluga whales live across the Arctic Ocean and nearby subarctic waters, where sea ice and cold temperatures shape their environment.