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How Many Butts in a Buttload?
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If you've ever expressed the charming idea that you have a buttload of something, you may have wondered what the measure of a buttload actually is and where the phrase came from.
Scientists Call for a Global Germ Bank
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Researchers are calling for a new "Noah's Ark" to store microbes that might one day be valuable.
Sea Turtles Are Making a Huge Comeback, Thanks to the Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Endangered Species Act, passed in 1973 has been a resounding success. HowStuffWorks looks at the astounding numbers.
Aborigine Pictures
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Aborigine Pictures will teach you about the world's oldest continuous culture. Learn more about Aboriginal culture with Aborigine Pictures.
What's Your Power Animal?
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Power animals have been a part of tribal cultures for thousands of years. Everyone has an animal that is somehow rooted in their strengths and weaknesses. What's yours?
Snallygaster: The Gruesome Cryptid With a Silly Name
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The Snallygaster is a bizarre and downright terrifying cryptid said to haunt the skies of Maryland. Described as a winged creature with half bird features and half reptile characteristics, this beast has been part of local folklore for centuries.
5 Colorful Moth Species That Rival Butterflies' Splendor
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Some moths wear camouflage, blending right into bark or leaves. Others? They're the bold dressers of the insect world. These colorful moth species aren't shy about showing off.
What Is a Group of Turkeys Called? Not a Flock or Anything Else You'd Expect
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If you’ve ever spotted a bunch of turkeys strutting through a field or pecking around a barnyard, you might wonder: What is a group of turkeys called?
What Is a Group of Turkey Vultures Called? Depends What It's Doing
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If you've ever seen large birds circling high above or gathered near a carcass, you might have wondered, what is a group of turkey vultures called?
How the Wii Works
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The Wii has changed the way video games are played. Learn more about the Wii at HowStuffWorks.