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Koi Fish Are 'Living Jewels' of the Water Garden
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The colorful superstars of backyard water gardens are actually ornamental varietals of domesticated carp.
What Does 'Caucasian' Really Mean?
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It's easy to equate Caucasian with white. But the word Caucasian touches on issues deeper than skin color. HowStuffWorks looks at its true meaning.
How Kin Selection Works
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We're used to taking the phrase "survival of the fittest" to mean it's an "every man for himself" world. But some animals (like worker bees) sacrifice themselves to ensure their species lives on. Why would they do this?
How to Grow Lucky Bamboo for Good Fortune and Prosperity
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Beyond just a plant: Uncover the surprising ways lucky bamboo can enhance your well-being and attract positive energy.
The Mighty Banyan Tree Can 'Walk' and Live for Centuries
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These majestic trees send their roots down in pillars from branch to ground, can form a canopy over 80 feet high and can live to be 250 years old.
Mongolian Death Worm: The Gobi Desert's Deadliest Cryptid
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The Mongolian Death Worm is a legendary cryptid of Gobi Desert folklore with a deadly reputation. Explore the origins of the venomous sand-dwelling creature.
3 Types of Dinosaurs and Their Many Subtypes
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Types of dinosaurs include the lizard-hipped dinosaurs and the bird-hipped divisions of dinosaurs. Both of these types of dinosaurs probably shared a common ancestor during the Middle Triassic. How else are these dinosaurs related?
Meet Archaeopteryx, a Feathered Dino With Wings and Teeth
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Archaepteryx was a very unique dinosaur in that it resembled a bird. Learn more about the Archaepteryx, Late Jurassic dinosaurs, and dinosaurs of all eras.
How Zombies Work
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Even if you've never seen a zombie movie, you probably know something about the walking dead. But did you know that zombies have their roots in folklore and -- according to some researchers -- in real events in Haiti?
Batesian Mimicry: How Copycats Protect Themselves
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Batesian mimicry is an evolutionary strategy used by vulnerable species to look like a dangerous species so predators will leave them alone. But it only works under the right circumstances.