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8 Best Pet Snakes for Beginners (Plus Care Tips)
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Thinking about getting a pet snake but not sure which one won't turn you into a real-life Indiana Jones? Relax, there are plenty of species that make awesome beginner pet snakes without the dramatic escape attempts or venomous surprises.
How Bog Gardens Work
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If you're a dedicated gardener which a penchant for exotic plants, it's possible to make a bog garden in your backyard. Learn about bog gardens.
Albino Snake Traits and Health Concerns
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An albino snake will stand out in its natural habitat. Unlike their non-albino counterparts, albino snakes have a genetic mutation that affects the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for the typical coloration in animals. This lack of melanin results in the distinctively pale or white skin and pink or red eyes that are the hallmarks of albinism.
What Happens When a Keystone Species Goes Extinct?
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Keystone species in an ecosystem function much like a keystone in an arch. Without them the structure collapses. Learn about keystone species.
14 Wild Animals That Start With 'U' (Aside From the Utahraptor)
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Animal names are a simple way to categorize the diverse species of the animal kingdom. Animals that start with "U" can be some of the most fascinating in our planet's elaborate biological patchwork.
Every Kind of Taipan Snake to Avoid in Australia
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The taipan snake is one of the most venomous snake species in the world, with an intimidating reputation and an arsenal of potent venom.
The Biggest Zoo in the U.S. (Plus 7 Other Gigantic Zoos)
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Zoos in the United States are home to some of the largest and most impressive collections of wild animals in the world. They serve the dual purpose of letting kids and adults view the animals while also helping protect endangered species and educating the public on wildlife conservation efforts.
Anatomy of an Orangutan Murder
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Researchers observed an unprecedented female-on-female orangutan killing reminiscent of a human murder. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
The Shoebill Stork: One Freaky and Formidable Bird
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Biochemically like a heron and anatomically similar to a pelican, the shoebill stork has been called "Monsterface" and even "Death Pelican." But wait until you hear the staccato rat-a-tat-tat of its booming machine-gun call.
6 Wild Cats Still Found Roaming the U.S.
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HowStuffWorks takes a look at six large cats still to be found existing in the wild in the United States.