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Are bats a delicacy in some countries?

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Are bats a delicacy is some countries. The short answer is yes. Check out this article on HowStuffWorks to learn more about bats as food.

The Grass Snake Will Play Dead and Make a Stink About It

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Grass snakes are nonvenomous reptiles with distinctive markings. This common snake plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy ecosystems by controlling amphibian populations and other prey.

Deep-sea Dragonfish Use a Bioluminescent Lure to Entice Prey

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The deep-sea dragonfish is one of the most mysterious and fearsome creatures lurking in the ocean's depths. Known as a top predator in the deep sea, this fish has evolved incredible adaptations to survive in underwater areas that have never known so much as a glimpse of sunlight.

How Whales Work

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Whales are some of the largest living things on the planet. Learn about whales and find out how whales are able to sleep and withstand the pressures of the ocean.

How Ghouls Work

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Blood-sucking vampires and brain-munching zombies tend to hog all the undead credit, but we think ghouls deserve a macabre article all their own. Read it -- if you dare.

Big Cat Pictures

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Big cat pictures show you a wide variety of these carnivorous mammals. From the well known tiger to the lesser known margay - check out these big cat pictures.

9 of the Largest Eagles in the World

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Wingspan isn't the only way to measure the largest eagles in the world. We also looked at weight and height.

Axolotl Life Expectancy Is Roughly Halved in the Wild

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Axolotl life expectancy might not sound like a burning topic, but once you learn what these amphibians can do, you’ll be hooked.

The Wolf Spider Actively Hunts Prey Instead of Building Webs

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The wolf spider is one of the most impressive hunters in the arachnid family. Known for their speed, excellent vision and fascinating parenting habits, these spiders are a critical part of ecosystems around the world.

How Walruses Work

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Walruses pack the beaches of Round Island off the coast of Alaska by the thousands each year. Learn when the walruses gather and other walrus facts.

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