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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.

The Echidna Is One of the World's Strangest Mammals

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From the four-headed male reproductive organ to hosting the world's largest flea and sporting a body covered in spiny hairs, this cute little creature takes the cake for mammalian weirdness.

Deadly Chlamydia Threatens Koalas Down Under

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Over the past 20 years, koala populations in parts of Australia have decreased by nearly 80 percent. HowStuffWorks looks at the facts.

Sidewinder Snake Navigates Loose Sand With Special Scales

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Let's talk about one of the coolest movers and shakers in the desert world: the sidewinder snake. Known for its unique way of getting around, this snake has mastered the art of slithering across scorching desert sands in the hottest places on Earth.

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