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Top 30 Smartest Animals in the World
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Humans aren't the only animals that can count, use logic, make tools or form lasting bonds with others. Meet 10 of the smartest creatures in the animal kingdom.
Centrioles: You Can't Divide Cells Without Them
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Centrioles are spindles that create the pathways for chromosomes to follow during cell division.
The Yellow Anaconda Can Form Days-long 'Breeding Balls'
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The yellow anaconda isn't the only snake species to form breeding balls for mating privileges, but it will engage in the ritual for several hours or even days.
Turns Out 'Gloomy' Octopus Craves Socialization
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Researchers discover site of 15 gloomy octopus, a species that has previously been known for being reclusive. Find out more at HowStuffWorks.
Commercial Ancestry Tests Can Reveal How Much Neanderthal DNA You Have
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At least two commercial DNA testing services offer users information on heritage coming from coupling between ancient humans and other species.
Groundhog vs. Gopher Habits and Identification
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If you’ve spotted a chunky, dirt-moving mammal in your yard, you might wonder about a groundhog vs. gopher invasion. Despite similar lifestyles and habitats, these burrowing rodents are very different animals.
Axolotl Life Expectancy Is Roughly Halved in the Wild
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Axolotl life expectancy might not sound like a burning topic, but once you learn what these amphibians can do, you’ll be hooked.
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.
The Eastern Indigo Snake Lives in Gopher Tortoise Burrows
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The eastern indigo snake takes advantage of a unique shelter that provides much-needed protection to the endangered species and its young.
Will we learn to live without sleep?
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It's likely that humans will evolve to need more sleep. Find out if we will learn to live without sleep at HowStuffWorks.