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Thought Experiment: What If We Stopped Walking Upright?
Humans have only been bipedal for a sliver of history. What if we returned our spines to their original position and quit walking upright? What would that world be like?
A Redback Spider Bite Won't Kill You (if You Get Antivenom in Time)
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The redback spider (Latrodectus hasselti) is one of Australia's most iconic arachnids. It's a member of the widow spider family, closely related to the black widow spider. They're famous for their distinctive red markings and potent venom.
Why Do We Yawn?
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What makes us yawn and why does it seem to be contagious? Find the answers to these questions and more about yawning at HowStuffWorks.
Amphibians vs. Reptiles: Do You Know the Actual Difference?
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Let's dig into the key traits, differences and surprising similarities of these cold-blooded creatures.
How Did Snakes Lose Their Legs?
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HowStuffWorks finds out why snakes have no legs and feet.
The Ghost Shark Thrives in Oceans More Than 2,000 Feet Deep
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Forget the bloodthirsty predators of summer blockbusters; the ghost shark is a real and seriously mysterious. You sure won’t find them lurking off a sunny beach.
How Mogwai and Gremlins Work
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To a child of the 80s, a mogwai is the ideal pet. But woe to those pet owners who wound up with a gremlin. Learn how mogwai and gremlins work.
Ceratosaurus: The Horned Lizard of the Jurassic Period
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Hey there, dinosaur enthusiasts! Let’s dive into the world of Ceratosaurus, a predator of the Jurassic period.
Goliath Birdeater: A Huge Tarantula That Only Eats Birds Sometimes
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In the dense rainforests of northeastern South America, a giant lurks beneath banana leaves and within deep burrows. Meet the goliath birdeater, the largest tarantula species on Earth. This spider is so big, it can span the size of a dinner plate, making it the undisputed heavyweight of the arachnid world.
Black-footed Cat: A Tiny and Ferocious Predator
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In the vast wilds of southern Africa, one of the fiercest hunters is also one of the tiniest. Meet the black-footed cat, also known as Felis nigripes. This small spotted cat may look like a house pet, but its stocky body, short tail and stealthy hunting skills place it among the most formidable of the wild cats.