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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?
It Takes a DJ: Healthy Reef Sounds May Lure Fish to Damaged Reefs
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If it looks like a party is on, maybe they'll come back. Playing the sounds of a noisy, healthy coral reef can attract important fish species to devastated reef habitats.
We Know Far Less About Sharks Than You Might Think
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What are the big questions in shark research? Learn more about what we don't know about sharks in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How Pollen Works
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Pollen grains are, in essence, plant sperm. But how do the grains get where they need to go, and what's the advantage of trusting your genetic future to the winds?
How Do Tardigrades Reproduce? Several Ways, It Turns Out
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The toughest animal in the world has just released its first sex tape, and as with all things water bear, things get pretty freaky.
Why do geese mate for life?
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Geese don't exchange vows or rings, but they do search for their lifelong mate. However, are geese really faithful, or do they take a gander at the opposite sex?
Elemental Haiku: A Poetic Take on the Periodic Table
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Award-winning poet and fiction writer Mary Soon Lee has found a charming way to combine science and poetry in a refreshing new take on the periodic table of elements.
Why Is Rudolph's Nose Red?
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Why is Rudolph's nose red? Read about the most famous member of Santa's reindeer team and explore scientific reasons for why Rudolph's nose is red.
The Sense of Touch
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Touching is one of the five senses. Visit HowStuffWorks to learn more about how touching works.
The Secrets and Science Behind Starling Murmurations
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Starlings are short and thick, with dark feathers and long, pointy bills. Collectively, however, they transform into something else entirely.