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12 Most Expensive Dog Breeds: From Akitas to Samoyeds
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Have you ever wondered why some purebred dogs come with a price tag higher than an international flight?
15 Animals That Start With 'C': From Cassowaries to Caimans
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Capybara, cheetah, corn snake ... how many animals starting with the letter "C" can you name?
What If an Asteroid Hit Earth?
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There are obvious craters on Earth (and the moon) that are evidence of a long history of massive objects hitting planet Earth. But what would happen if an asteroid hit Earth today?
How much energy in a hurricane, a volcano, and an earthquake?
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Energy has been on everybody's minds lately, probably because our society is in a transition period, trying to move from polluting sources to cleaner ones.
All About Ibex Animal Habits, Environments and Life Cycles
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Ibex have been hunted as trophies and for meat and medicinal purposes. As a result, these creatures, classified as bovidae, now face habitat loss.
Tiger Facts
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These tiger facts are have jam-packed with cool facts. Learn all about tigers with these HowStuffWorks Tiger Facts!
6 Best Lizard Pets for Your Home
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The best lizard pets still require specialized care, so make sure to do your research before welcoming one of these reptiles into your home.
The Black Rhino, aka Hook-lipped Rhinoceros
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The black rhino is one of the rarest animals on the African continent - but it wasn't always. At the beginning of the 20th century, there may have been a million black rhinos across Africa.
All About the Mythical Phoenix: Bird of Fire and Eternal Life
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The phoenix bird is a mythical creature that resembles an eagle with broader wings. Its elegant, peacock-like feathers burst with the dazzling colors of flames. Any Harry Potter fan could explain what this magnificent "fire bird" looks like in great detail.
Clouded Leopard Has Proportionally Largest Teeth of All Cats
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The clouded leopard roams the dense forests of Southeast Asia, from the foothills of the Himalayas to the tropical rainforests of Borneo and Sumatra. These elusive big cats have striking coat patterns and unique adaptations.