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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.
Buzzard vs. Vulture: Different Names for the Same Birds?
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Birds of prey are some of nature’s most fascinating creatures, but when it comes to buzzard vs. vulture species, things can get a little confusing.
10 Starfish Species You've Probably Never Seen Before
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What lives in water, has no gills, scales or fins and is not a fish? Yep, a starfish - which is why marine biologists have renamed these creatures sea stars.
The Largest Bat in the World Has a Wingspan Over 5 Feet
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Whether out of fear or fascination, you might wonder, what is the largest bat in the world? The flying mammals aren't all petite petite creatures.
Kaprosuchus Was a Giant, Dinosaur-eating 'Boar Croc'
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Travel back about 95 million years ago to the Late Cretaceous period, and you might just find a "boar crocodile" called the kaprosuchus.
Why Is My Cat So Clingy All of a Sudden?
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While cats are known for being independent creatures, some exhibit clingy behavior that can puzzle (and occasionally overwhelm) even experienced cat parents.
Vampire Crab: More Cartoonish Than Blood-sucking
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Vampire crabs might sound like horror flick creatures, but they’re actually one of the most striking pets you can keep in a paludarium.
What Is a Group of Buffalo Called? Hint: It Also Applies to Bison
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From the American prairie to the wetlands of Asia and the bush of Africa, buffalo are powerful and iconic animals. But when these creatures band together, what is a group of buffalo called?
The Stephen King's 'It' Quiz
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Stephen King plummeted into to the darkest part of our childhood minds for the terrifying story that is "It." How much do you know about this creepy book and TV miniseries?
The World's Most Dangerous Bird and 9 Runners-up
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The most dangerous bird species are also some of the most beautiful. These seemingly innocent creatures can pack a punch — or peck — that you definitely want to avoid.