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The Mangrove Snake Is a Tree-dwelling Hunter
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Slither into the world of the mangrove snake — one of the coolest reptiles in the mangrove forests of Southeast Asia. These snakes are not only sleek and stunning with their black bodies and bright yellow bands, but they’re also equipped with some fascinating adaptations that make them incredible hunters.
What the Stuff?!: 7 Obscene Hand Gestures from Around the World
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Is a thumbs-up always good? Will making the A-OK sign infuriate your international friends? Tune in and learn more before your next trip abroad.
Can You Name All 40 of These Farm Animals?
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So you think you're six degrees from Old MacDonald, huh? Well, there's only one way to find out. If you can ace this quiz, we might just add you to the family tree! The rooster is crowing; it's time to name these farm animals now!
French Rooks Trained as Park Janitors
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Crows are inveterate scavengers. HowStuffWorks looks at how they are being trained as trash pickers in France.
Ridiculous History: How an Irish Beer Became the Authority on World Records
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What is the relationship between Guinness beer and Guinness World Records? Learn more about world record history in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
10 Completely False 'Facts' Everyone Knows
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The blood in your veins is blue. Glass is a slow-moving liquid. If you touch a baby bird, its mother will abandon it. Not so fast -- if you learned any of those "facts" in school, what you learned was wrong.
10 Ways Animals Supposedly Predict the Weather
Next time the cat starts sneezing, should you look for your umbrella or check her out for allergies? There are many superstitions out there about animals and weather prediction. Which ones hold water, and which ones are for the birds?
How Cicadas Work
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Some cicadas are annual breeders and some show up about every 17 years. They all produce a 'song' that is almost loud enough to damage our ears.
20 Animals That Start With 'I': From Irish Setters to Ivory Gulls
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There is a fascinating world of animals that start with "I." Some animal names are likely more familiar, like the mighty Indian elephant, while others are a little more obscure — looking at you, Iriomote cat.
What Is a Baby Turkey Called? 'Poultry' Is About to Make So Much Sense
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When you spot a wild turkey strutting across a field, it's easy to forget they start out tiny and fluffy. So, what is a baby turkey called? The answer is short and sweet: poult.