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6 Wild Cats Still Found Roaming the U.S.
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at six large cats still to be found existing in the wild in the United States.
The Largest Flying Bird Varies by Wingspan, Height and Weight
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Flightless species of birds (such as ostriches, which are the largest living birds) tend to outsize any of the largest birds in the sky. Bigger sizes, while a liability in the air, can keep flightless birds safer on land.
Why Do Beavers Build Dams?
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Why do beavers build dams and what happens when they do? How would things change if no more beavers build dams?
The Saola Is Southeast Asia's 'Unicorn'
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The saola, also known as the Asian unicorn, is one of the rarest animals in the world. Not only is it critically endangered, but the saola is famously secretive; very little is known about it. There are no saola in captivity and the last categorically documented saola sighting was in 2013.
What Is the Strongest Animal Bite in the World?
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The strongest animal bite in the world isn't easy to measure, but even with conservative estimates, these are some impressive numbers.
9 Adder Snake Species That Pack a Nasty Bite
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Adder snakes are some of the most fascinating and misunderstood reptiles in the world. Known for their distinctive patterns and venomous bites, adders belong to the viper family and are native to various parts of Europe, Asia and Africa.
Are zoos good or bad for animals?
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Are zoos good or bad? You might have asked this while visiting your local wildlife hangout. Learn why zoos are good or bad, depending on perspective.
9 Big Hairy Facts About Gorillas
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HowStuffWorks looks at the elusive and powerful gorilla, of which there are two species, the Eastern gorilla and the Western gorilla.
Why Is Ambergris (Whale Poop) So Valuable?
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If you're wandering on the beach and happen upon a large mass of some sort of waxy substance, take a closer look. It could be the rare 'floating gold' of the sea: ambergris.
The 8 Most Dangerous Animals To Keep As Pets
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When man feels the call of the wild he can do some pretty mind-blowing things-climbing mountains, catching massive waves off the Great Barrier Reef, and living off the land. However, there's a difference between embracing nature and taking wild animals on as domestic pets. Since the early 1970s, the U.S. has restricted the commercial importing [...] The post The 8 Most Dangerous Animals To Keep As Pets appeared first on Goliath.