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Yellow Coneflower, Perennial Black-Eyed Susan
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Yellow coneflowers, or black-eyed Susans, are an American wildflower. Their daisylike ray flowers and purple-brown disk flowers bloom in midsummer on to frost and are perfect for cutting. Learn more about these pretty perennials.
Basic Biology test!
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Metabolism? Catabolism? Mitochondria? Taxonomy? Biology isn't the easiest of subjects, but there are some basics everyone should remember from their school days. Test your knowledge now!
How Saber-tooth Cats Worked
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Saber-tooth cats are perhaps the most well-known extinct felines. Learn about saber-tooth cats and the behavior patterns of saber-tooth cats.
Rockfoil
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Rockfoil will grow in gritty soil and produces small flowers. In this article, learn about planting, growing, propagating, and using rockfoil.
Bushmaster Snake Births Live Young, Then Promptly Leaves
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The bushmaster snake, belonging to the genus Lachesis, is one of the most remarkable and intimidating reptiles in the Western Hemisphere. As one of the longest and largest venomous snakes in the world, the bushmaster has earned a fearsome reputation.
See If You Can Identify These Freshwater Fish From an Image!
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There are a wide variety of freshwater fish that inhabit the lakes, rivers and streams in various parts of the world. Today, we're testing your knowledge on all of these types of fish! Do you think you know the difference between a rainbow trout and a striped bass! Try this fishy quiz now!
Nobody Knows Why the Peacock Tarantula Is Blue
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The Gooty sapphire tarantula, also known as the peacock tarantula (Poecilotheria metallica), has captivated arachnid enthusiasts and researchers alike. Peacock tarantulas are renowned for their vibrant blue hair, which sets them apart from other species in the genus Poecilotheria.
Do Flying Cockroaches Target Your Face, or Does It Just Feel That Way?
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How do flying cockroaches act in the presence of a gigantic human? Learn more about cockroach behavior in this HowStuffWorks article.
The Memorable Mnemonics Quiz
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Mnemonic devices are little tricks - like acronyms and phrases - that help us memorize important info. Learn some cool mnemonics with this quiz.
The Slender Parrot Snake Can Grow to More Than 5 Feet Long
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Today, we're going to talk about a snake that glides through the trees of Central and South America: the parrot snake: These slender, vibrant creatures might look delicate, but they're expert hunters with some cool adaptations that help them thrive in the tropical forests.