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If a skunk sprays me, do I have to bathe in tomato juice?
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Skunk smell is unmistakable and one of the hardest scents to get rid of. Learn what causes the skunk smell and why tomato juice is thought to be a cure.
Great Escapes! 5 Wild Animals Who Busted Out and Went on the Run
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An orangutan who could unscrew bolts to bust out? A gorilla who climbed the vines out of her enclosure to just roam the zoo? These are wild animals, and these are their wild escape stories.
What Do Ants Eat?
Most ants are opportunistic feeders; they'll eat just about anything. There are some ant species that do have preferences, though.
Jane Goodall: A Global Face for Global Peace
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In her legendary 60-year career, Jane Goodall has made being an intrepid scientist, environmentalist, writer and teacher look easy.
Americans Use 500 Million Straws Every Day. Would You Pledge to Go Strawless?
The OneLessStraw campaign encourages people to kick their straw habit to keep plastic from harming the environment.
How to Make Bird Feeders
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You can make bird feeders to attract a variety of birds to your backyard. Learn how to make bird feeders, a fun and easy craft for kids.
Can You Match These Famous Brands to Their Country of Origin?
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Life would be a dull place without video games, gummy bears, yogurt and fast cars. And if you don't know what country invented gummy bears, you're disrespecting one of Earth's greatest creations. Can you tell us the countries where the famous brands in this quiz were founded?
Why do ostriches have red meat instead of white?
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Why do ostriches have red meat instead of white? Learn why ostrich meat is red like beef and what other attributes make ostriches strange birds.
Why Do Raccoons Wash Their Food?
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It appears that thieving raccoons wash food when they dine near a body of water. Learn why raccoons wash food, and what this behavior really means.
Is steel still the best material for building?
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Steel is getting more expensive because the prices of iron and coal are rising. Are there alternatives to steel that can do the same job -- or better -- for less?