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How Woolly Mammoths Worked
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Hop in your time machine, set the clock back a few thousand years and meet some woolly wonders. They even have a few things to teach us about the fate of modern elephants.
Can You Name All 40 of These Cats?
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Can you name all these cats? How about Fuzz Aldrin, F. Scott Fitzferal, and Don Drapurr? OK, we're looking for the species name of each wild cat, but you can name them too if you want!
Why do rhinos charge anything unfamiliar?
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Rhinos charge potential threats, including inanimate objects every once in a while. Learn why rhinos charge and what their biggest threat is.
6 Facts About How Bees Learn, Think and Make Decisions
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Bees can learn, make decisions and have a sense of smell 100 times more sensitive than ours. Here are some cool facts about bees.
The Vine Snake Is a Slender, Tree-climbing Carnivore
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Slender as a twig and perfectly camouflaged in trees, the vine snake is an adaptable reptile. They live in some of the most lush and vibrant environments, including the forests of South America.
The Angel Shark, aka Sand Devil, Lurks on the Ocean Floor
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Is the angel shark the holiest fish in the sea? Their name certainly seems to indicate a pure and pious air, and some seafood connoisseurs say that a bite of an angel shark is like a little taste of heaven.
The Highly Venomous Timber Rattlesnake Is an American Icon
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If you're looking for the venomous timber rattler, the U.S. is the place to be, as these bad boys are found in at least 27 states.
9 Big Hairy Facts About Gorillas
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HowStuffWorks looks at the elusive and powerful gorilla, of which there are two species, the Eastern gorilla and the Western gorilla.
Are Frogs on the Brink of Extinction?
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Frogs are like the canary in the coal mine for the state of the environment. HowstuffWorks looks at their endangered status.
All About the World Wildlife Fund
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The World Wildlife Fund works to protect wildlife and their habitats all over the globe. Learn about the World Wildlife Fund organization.