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Why Is the World So Captivated by the Mona Lisa?

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Da Vinci's Mona Lisa stands as, arguably, one of the world's most famous paintings. HowStuffWorks takes a look at why she perpetually fascinates.

Zozobra: Santa Fe's Yearly Incineration of Sorrows

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Santa Fe, New Mexico, celebrates the fiery tradition of burning Zozobra each fall. HowStuffWorks joins the hottest party of the year for a look.

Cottonmouth: Snake With Potent Venom and Catlike Eyes

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Cottonmouth snakes are often called water moccasins and are one of only four venomous snakes found in North America.

Tracking Down the Elusive Giant Squid

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Giant squid are showing up in videos for the first time ever. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these elusive and mysterious denizens of the deep.

Are Wolverines Dangerous?

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Wolverines are the ultimate cold weather survivors - cagey and smart. HowStuffWorks gets to know these berserker weasels of the north.

Bobcats Are Back From the Brink (and Possibly in Your Backyard)

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Bobcat populations were down in the 1980s, but restrictions on hunting and trapping have brought them back. HowStuffWorks checks out these cool cats.

The Harpy Eagle: Terrifying Apex Predator or Creepy Halloween Costume?

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The largest eagle in the world has a claw the size of a grizzly bear's, a leg the size of a human's and a very disapproving gaze.

Fruit Flies: The Science Superstars You Want Gone From Your Kitchen

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Fruit flies are annoying, but we also owe them a huge debt of scientific gratitude.

Booze-makers Become Germ-busters to Help Stop COVID-19

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As COVID-19 rages around the world, distilleries quickly ramp up the switch from booze to hand sanitizer in an all-out effort to curb the spread.

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