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Meet Gigantopithecus, the Extinct Giant Orangutan in 'The Jungle Book'
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The character of King Louie gets a serious primate upgrade in the new Disney live-action-meets-CGI film. Did the ape also serve as inspiration for sasquatch and yeti?
How Atavisms Work
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Atavisms are traits that are left over from a distant evolutionary ancestor. Learn more about atavisms and the controversy surrounding atavism.
Don't Be Afraid of the Big, Bad Wolf Spider
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Wolf spiders might find their way into your house and can look threatening, but they're really harmless.
4 Smartest Birds Prove That 'Bird Brain' Shouldn't Be an Insult
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Birds are more than chirps and feathers. Some of the smartest birds rival primates when it comes to solving problems and navigating complex environments.
How Do Christmas Trees Get Their Shape?
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Oh Christmas tree ... how did you get your signature shape? These iconic symbols don't naturally grow into a perfect pyramid, but that doesn't stop us from expecting it.
How Azaleas Became the Signature Flowers of the South
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These showy pink, purple, red and white blossoms dazzle through the spring and summer and are ubiquitous throughout the southern U.S.
Billions of Brood X Cicadas Are About to Get Loud
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And we mean really loud. Like up to 100 decibels loud. Get all the buzz on what's making these bug-eyed bugs return.
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.
The ultimate gardening quiz for the green-thumbed!
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Are you obsessed with your garden? Do you plant your own vegetables and herbs to enjoy at your family's dinner table? There is so much to learn when it comes to gardening, and this quiz will separate the green-thumbed from the black-thumbed.
Herbs: Rosemary Fact Sheet
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This rosemary fact sheet is good information to know for your overall health. Learn more about rosemary from Discovery Health.