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6 Types of Sharks Every Selachimorphaphile Should Know

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If you're afraid of sharks, stop reading now, because we're about to get in deep with six types of sharks. Learn more about these fascinating fish - big and small, solid and patterned, sluggish and speedy.

Yes, the Bobbit Worm Is Real and Somewhat Terrifying

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Yes, this terrifying worm was named after the infamous Bobbitt case. And with good reason.

The Sea Cucumber Eats, Poops and Breathes Through a Cloaca

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The soft, cylindrical sea cucumber looks like a vegetable — and in some countries, it's a delicacy because of its nutritional value and health benefits. But it actually belongs to the phylum of echinoderms, closely related to starfish (aka sea stars), sand dollars, sea urchins and sea lilies.

10 Weird Ways Organisms Reproduce

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Nature has come up with many ways to increase populations. Learn more about the weird ways organisms reproduce at HowStuffWorks.

Can You Name All These Spotted Animals From One Image?

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Big spots, little spots, circle spots, square spots, invisible spots, color-changing, neon, glow-in-the-dark, venomous spots and classic polka-dot spots are everywhere in nature. Can you name these animals based on their spots?

All 54 African Countries, Including Disputed Territories

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The African continent is home to a remarkable array of cultures, landscapes and histories. This vast land comprises 54 recognized African countries, each with its own distinct identity. Here, we'll explore the countries of Africa, divided into the key regions: North Africa, West Africa, Central Africa, East Africa and Southern Africa.

20 of the Most Dangerous Sea Creatures in the Deep Blue

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The most dangerous sea creatures in the world don't always have large teeth like great white sharks or weigh over 10 tons (9 metric tonnes) like the killer whale. The sea creatures that are a threat to humans are often the smaller, more innocent-looking ones that carry lethal amounts of venom.

The Pufferfish Really Isn't Happy to See You

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You've probably seen pufferfish on TV or at your local aquarium, puffing up like a balloon when they're startled. But there's way more to pufferfish than their signature defense mechanism. They're a diverse group of species with some truly unique traits.

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.

Submarine Pictures

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This submarine image gallery will give you an inside look into one of the Navy's most sophisticated war machines. Check out these submarine pictures.

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