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Blue Crab: A Savory Beauty and Maryland Staple

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The blue crab is one of the most recognizable crustaceans in the coastal waters of the Atlantic and Gulf coasts. Found in the Chesapeake Bay, the blue crab plays a crucial role in marine science and fisheries.

The Arabian Sand Boa Burrows in Sand to Ambush Prey

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The Arabian sand boa has mastered the art of living beneath the sand. Found slithering (or, more accurately, burrowing) across the Arabian Peninsula, its ability to stay nearly invisible — with just its eyes peeking above the sand — makes it one of the sneakiest hunters in the desert.

Why are sloths so slow?

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Sloths move slowly mostly because of their vegetarian diet. Learn why sloths move slowly and how their anatomy supports such lethargy.

How Waterless Toilets Work

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Waterless toilets are a great way to save water. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn all about waterless toilets.

Is there such a thing as a man-eating lion?

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Though man-eating lions are rare, they do exist. Learn where man-eating lions live and what drives Tsavo lions to snack on human populations.

10 Starfish Species You've Probably Never Seen Before

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What lives in water, has no gills, scales or fins and is not a fish? Yep, a starfish - which is why marine biologists have renamed these creatures sea stars.

5 Addictive Animal Cams You're Gonna Love

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Wondering what's going on in the animal world while you're all cooped up under quarantine? Check out these awesome animal webcams for a virtual visit.

The Youngest President of the United States

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Off the top of your head, you may know JFK as the youngest president in U.S. history, and you'd be correct that he was the youngest to be elected. But what about the youngest person to ascend - that is, the youngest VP to become president after the death of an incumbent?

5 Trailblazing Female Mathematicians

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Can you name even one female mathematician? Don't worry if you can't. That just means you need to read our article on five famous female mathematicians to up your cred.

How Great White Sharks Work

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The great white shark tasted fame when it played the villain in the 1975 film Jaws. Learn if the great white shark deserves its killer reputation.

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