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Was There a Real Paul Bunyan?
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The story of Paul Bunyan, the giant lumberjack, is one of the most enduring tall tales. But was Paul Bunyan based on a real person?
15 Animals That Start With 'S': From Sea Lions to Scarlet Macaws
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The animal kingdom is full of incredible creatures, and today we’re focusing on animals that start with "S." Some of them thrive in the wild today, while others once roamed the Earth but are now gone forever.
Meet the Real Vampires of the Animal Kingdom
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HowStuffWorks explores hematophagy - the vampires of the animal world. And yes, these fish, birds and bats do need to eat blood to sustain life.
Can You Answer These $100 "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" Questions?
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Have you watched "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire" and thought, "Those $100 questions are easy?" Prove it! Test your general knowledge of basic facts with this quiz!
The Apex Predator List: Life at the Top of the Food Chain
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Apex predators attract a special kind of fascination; also called "super predators," they sit at the top of the food chain, unquestionably the most dominant members of the animal kingdom.
How Do Birds Know When to Fly South and Where to Go?
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During the fall months, you may see unfamiliar birds in your area as those from the north begin to fly south. But how do they know when it's time to migrate and where to go?
Meet Palaeophis Colossaeus, the Largest Sea Snake of All Time
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If you like swimming in the ocean, you'll probably be glad to hear that Palaeophis colossaeus, a 40-foot sea snake, has been extinct for millions of years.
How to Cook Elk
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Do you know how to cook elk? Find out how to cook elk in this article from HowStuffWorks.
20 Silly and Unusual U.S. Laws
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Sometimes a strange law gets on the record books and just never gets taken off. Learn about 20 silly and unusual U.S. laws that haven't gone away.
Here's Why You Shouldn't Eat a Box Turtle in the Wild
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Is it OK to eat a box turtle you've caught? Learn more about the reasons you shouldn't eat a box turtle in this HowStuffWorks article.