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The Rainbow Snake Feasts on American Eels

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The rainbow snake (Farancia erytrogramma) - sometimes called an eel moccasin or red-lined snake - is a nonvenomous snake. It has vibrant coloration and a specialized diet. Humans rarely see rainbow snakes (despite their striking appearance) because they spend much of their lives hidden in aquatic habitats.

Study Highlights Unique Stereotypes About Biracial Americans

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HowStuffWorks looks at a study on stereotypes surrounding biracial people, including attractiveness and insecurity.

What's the Most Americans Have Ever Paid for Gas?

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Gas prices seem like they are currently out of control, but adjusted for inflation, there was another time when they were even higher. When was that, and what causes gas prices to fluctuate?

Americans Rely on a Patchwork of Options to Pay for Elder Health Care

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HowStuffWorks looks at costs for medical care during the senior years and how people pay for them.

Giant VW-sized Turtles Once Prowled South American Waters

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Stupendemys geographicus, a prehistoric turtle the size of a small car, once roamed the soupy pre-Amazonian waters of South America.

Why Annie Oakley Was America's Sharpshooting Sweetheart

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Annie Oakley was the leading lady of the American West. She could outshoot and outride most men of her time. And she did it all while in a Victorian dress.

Did Paul Revere Really Yell 'The British Are Coming'?

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Paul Revere has been a lauded figured in American History, but how much of his story is true? Learn more about Paul Revere at HowStuffWorks.

Harpers Ferry Has a Complex and Dizzying History

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Harpers Ferry is known as the spot where John Brown launched his disastrous slave rebellion. But why was it also a transportation and ammunitions powerhouse?

How the Battle of Gettysburg Worked

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The Battle of Gettysburg is the most famous battle of the Civil War. Learn about the Battle of Gettysburg and the events leading to Gettysburg.

How NORAD Works

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NORAD is a military operation that is jointly run by the United States and Canada. Learn about NORAD and the unique location for the NORAD headquarters.

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