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Alligators Go Back 6 Million Years Further Than Thought
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How old is the American alligator species? Learn more about a new study on the age of the alligator species in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Black Vulture vs. Turkey Vulture: Seeing vs. Smelling Differences
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When it comes to scavengers of the sky, black vulture vs. turkey vulture identification is easy to misconstrue. These two species often share the same habitats, feast on the same carrion, and roost in the same trees. But they couldn’t be more different in how they fly, feed, and find their meals.
Queen Elizabeth II Bans Plastic From Royal Estates
Buckingham Palace announced that Queen Elizabeth II is banning many plastics. Learn more about why the Queen is banning plastics from HowStuffWorks.
Nutria: River Rats Only a Mother Could Love
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Nutria have their place in the world, but they can be very destructive. HowStuffWorks looks at these rodents.
'Roly-poly' Bugs Are Great Garden Composters
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Roly-poly bugs are natural soil conditioners because they process decomposing matter, helping keep your garden soil clean and healthy. And - fun fact - they're crustaceans, not insects.
What Do Groundhogs Eat?
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You’ve seen them pop up on Groundhog Day, predicting six more weeks of winter or the coming of spring. But what do groundhogs eat?
What Do Lizards Eat in the Wild? What Should You Feed a Pet Lizard?
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If you're a fan of reptiles, you've probably asked yourself, what do lizards eat? With over 7,000 known lizard species on Earth, the answer isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some lizards eat only insects, others go for plant matter — and a few go full-on omnivore, chomping on both.
Snow Crab: A High-protein Delight Thriving in Cold Waters
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Snow crab is a seafood favorite known for its sweet, succulent meat and long, spindly legs. Found in the cold waters of the North Pacific and Bering Sea, snow crab is a top pick for crab lovers who enjoy cracking shells and dipping the tender meat in melted butter.
Mammoth vs. Elephant: Same Family, Different Species
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It’s the ultimate throwback face-off: mammoth vs. elephant. These two giants share a lot of DNA, but their differences are buried in the fossil record and written across their anatomy. One is an extinct species, the other still roams Earth’s forests and savannas.
How the Living Earth Simulator Will Work
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You may have noticed that our planet isn't terribly predictable. Could a German polymath and an unfathomable pile of data change that?