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Sidewinder Snake Navigates Loose Sand With Special Scales

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Let's talk about one of the coolest movers and shakers in the desert world: the sidewinder snake. Known for its unique way of getting around, this snake has mastered the art of slithering across scorching desert sands in the hottest places on Earth.

What's the Difference Between a Mountain Lion and a Cougar?

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Puma, panther, mountain cat, mountain lion, mountain screamer, painter, catamount and, yes, cougar. This cat has a lot of names!

19 Amazing Facts About the Canadian Provinces

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O Canada ... the country where you can order a cocktail with a human toe in it (and other quirky things about those Canucks up North).

Burmese Python: How the Invasive Species Affects Ecosystems

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The Burmese python is a solitary and nocturnal creature, but it's become an invasive species in Florida as a result of the exotic pet trade.

How One Key Protein May Help Tendons Enhance Athletic Performance

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The presence of the protein Piezo1 plays a key role in how tendons heal - and a genetic mutation in that protein may enhance athletic performance.

Why do civilizations collapse?

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The mighty Romans certainly never thought it would happen to them, but the sun eventually sets on even the most powerful empires. Is there more to the story than war?

Can You Name the U.S. State from 3 Random Facts?

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Are you the champ at your local watering hole's Trivia Night? As an elementary school student, did you pore through your American History textbook just for fun? Put your knowledge to the test with these fun-but-random facts about 35 of our nation's unique states!

Did people in the past really only live to be 30?

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Back in the day people generally didn't live past the age of 30, or so we've been told. Learn the truth about our ancestors at HowStuffWorks.

How Many Birds Are Killed by Wind Turbines, Really?

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Wind energy is a cleaner alternative to fossil fuels, but people still ask: How many birds are killed by wind turbines?

Is Ghost Towns Real? Exploring Their History and Mysteries

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Ghost towns are abandoned settlements that once thrived, often due to economic or environmental changes.

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