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Ox vs. Bull: Born to Breed or Born to Work?

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If you've ever stood on a farm and wondered about the ox vs. bull debate, you're not alone. These two male bovine animals might look similar, but there's a key difference that sets them apart.

The Biggest Wave Ever Surfed Took 2 Years to Verify

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In the adrenaline-fueled world of big wave surfing, riding a monster wave isn’t just about guts. It’s about timing, physics and a whole lot of energy from the ocean.

Pictus Catfish: Bottom-feeders That Pick on Smaller Fish

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If you're looking for an energetic, sleek freshwater fish to liven up your aquarium, the pictus catfish might be your perfect match.

How Cicadas Work

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Some cicadas are annual breeders and some show up about every 17 years. They all produce a 'song' that is almost loud enough to damage our ears.

Papuan Olive Python: New Guinea's Behemoth in the Rainforest

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Although New Guinea's Papuan olive python is nonvenomous, its color-changing camouflage and mighty constriction make it an excellent hunter.

10 Savanna Animals Roaming African Grasslands

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The savanna (sometimes mistakenly spelled as "Savannah," which is in the state of Georgia) describes an African region with grasslands and minimal tree densities. This wide-open landscape becomes a theatre where each animal's instincts and unique evolutionary skills are tested.

The Slow Loris Is a Cuddly-looking Primate With a Toxic Bite

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When threatened, the slow loris licks venom secreted from a gland under its arm. Licked and loaded, the loris is ready to poison an attacker with a bite.

Petrichor: What Causes the Earthy Smell After Rain?

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There's often a strong, quite pleasant, smell right after a rain shower. What accounts for petrichor, the 'smell of rain'?

Why do we have eyebrows?

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Eyebrows do more than just add expressions to our faces. Find out the purpose of eyebrows and why everyone has eyebrows.

1970 Norton Commando 750S

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The 1970 Norton Commando 750S motorcycle was sporty, but dogged by Japanese competition. See pictures and learn about the Norton Commando 750S.

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