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Convergent Evolution: When a Good Idea Moves Between Species

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Organisms not related to each other can develop similar physical attributes without even exchanging notes.

Ranunculus Is a Toxic Beauty With a Doozy of a Name

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Ranunculus is a genus containing more than 600 species, all of which are beautiful, but toxic to both humans and animals.

Holy Tapioca Balls! It's Boba Tea

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The phenomenon known as boba, or bubble tea, originated with a flash of inspiration and a whole bunch of experimentation to become the super-funky drink we love today.

Finches Are Tiny Twitterers That Make Great Pets

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Finches can live for five to 10 years and make great companion pets as long as they are given enough space to fly around.

5 of Earth's Highest Deserts

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Not all deserts have sand and they're certainly not all hot. They're just extremely dry and have little vegetation. That means deserts are located all over the planet, including at super-high elevations.

Chia Seeds Could Be the Nutritional Nuggets You Need

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They can be stored for up to five years before they lose their potency, and they are a versatile nutritional powerhouse.

How Did 'Fido' Become the Default Name for a Dog?

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Why is Fido shorthand for a friendly dog? Learn more about the origins of the dog name Fido in this HowStuffWorks article.

Has Online Shopping Changed How Much Cardboard We Use?

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Will Amazon's age of home delivery bury the environment in extra boxes? You might be surprised by the answer.

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