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How the Antikythera Mechanism Worked
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Could an ancient, shoebox-size geared device change the way we think about technology's history?
The Wolf Eel Can Chomp on Sand Dollars and Sea Urchins
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With their serpentine bodies, massive jaws and slightly grumpy expressions, the wolf eel is one of the most misunderstood creatures beneath the waves.
Dunkleosteus: A 20-Foot Fish With an Armored Skull and Bladed Jaws
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Dunkleosteus was one of the most formidable predators in ancient oceans. This armored fish lived in marine ecosystems during the Late Devonian period roughly 360 million years ago.
How Do Jellyfish Reproduce? Egg Laying vs. Self-cloning
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How do jellyfish reproduce? That depends on which jellyfish you mean.
How Robots Work
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Robots are becoming increasingly sophisticated and lifelike. Learn about robots, the latest robot technology and how close we are to artificial intelligence.
Tasselled Wobbegong Shark: A Goofy-looking Lurker
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With a name that sounds like it belongs in a storybook, the tasselled wobbegong shark is one of the ocean’s most fascinating ambush predators.
White Spotted Jellyfish: Cute Until They Become Invasive
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You’ve probably seen them in aquarium tanks or floating just offshore—those milky, gelatinous blobs with polka dots and long, frilly arms. Meet the white spotted jellyfish (Phyllorhiza punctata), a tropical jellyfish invader that's turning up far from home.
What Is a Group of Orcas Called? Not a School or a Squad But A...
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You’ve probably seen them in documentaries or breaching the surface near Vancouver Island.
Why Are Blue Whales Going Silent?
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The pattern of blue whales going silent has become a troubling in the Pacific Ocean, and scientists are paying close attention. Recordings show strong seasonal and year-to-year variation in blue whale vocalizations—including periods with lower detected calling—and scientists are concerned.
How Military Video Conferencing Works
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With video conferencing technology, soldiers can maintain contact with their families back home. Learn how the military uses video conferencing.