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Bushmaster Snake Births Live Young, Then Promptly Leaves
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The bushmaster snake, belonging to the genus Lachesis, is one of the most remarkable and intimidating reptiles in the Western Hemisphere. As one of the longest and largest venomous snakes in the world, the bushmaster has earned a fearsome reputation.
The Slender Parrot Snake Can Grow to More Than 5 Feet Long
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Today, we're going to talk about a snake that glides through the trees of Central and South America: the parrot snake: These slender, vibrant creatures might look delicate, but they're expert hunters with some cool adaptations that help them thrive in the tropical forests.
Amethystine Python: Australia's Largest Native Snake
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The highly adaptable amethystine python is a nocturnal predator that's able to make itself at home in tropical rainforest, mountains and other landscapes.
Meet Gigantophis garstini, an Enormous Prehistoric Snake
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Before the 2003 discovery of Titanoboa cerrejonensis, Gigantophis garstini was known as the largest snake to ever roam the Earth.
5 Quetzal Species Flying in Central and South America
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The quetzal is a colorful, tropical bird that has fascinated humans for thousands of years. One species in particular, the resplendent quetzal, is thought to have inspired Quetzalcoatl" target="_blank">Quetzalcóatl, the Mesoamerican feathered serpent god.
Pothos vs. Philodendron: Comparing Low-maintenance Plants
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The untrained eye might fail a pothos vs. philodendron identification challenge. They're both climbing vines with heart-shaped leaves, both common in hanging pots, and both rock stars of the indoor plants world.
Jellyfish Don't Have Brains, But They Still Sleep
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Do jellyfish sleep? Learn more about a new study on the need for sleep in animals, and in jellyfish, in this HowStuffWorks article.
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.
Velociraptor Alert: The Feathered Dinosaur Quiz
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Test your knowledge of the fluffy, winged dinos of the bygone Mesozoic era, from little Microraptor to the enormous Yutyrannus with this quiz.
Neanderthal vs. Homo Sapien: Separate Species With Different Fates
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Neanderthals (Homo neanderthalensis) and humans (Homo sapiens) are two distinct species within the genus Homo. Neanderthals lived in Eurasia until about 40,000 years ago, alongside ancient humans.