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Can You Identify All of These Backyard Animals?

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One could go on safari, or one could just sit for a while in one's back yard. Even in cities, wildlife is all around us, and we will see it if we just bother to look. Can you recognise what you see?

How long can a camel go without water?

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Camels store water effectively and can easily handle harsh desert conditions. Learn why camels store water, and how long they can go without water.

Simile Examples in Literature and Everyday Language

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Similes are like spices for writing: Used in the right proportion, they can add zest and verve to your prose. Once you're familiar with them, you'll likely notice that simile examples abound in everyday speech, writing, song lyrics and even advertising slogans.

The Frog Quiz

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"It's not easy being green," a famous frog once told the world (in song, no less). But if you paid attention in science class, you shouldn't find this quiz too hard! Good luck!

How Biofilm Works

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Biofilms form when single microorganisms attach to a hydrated surface and undergo a "lifestyle switch." Learn about biofilms in this article.

How the Sierra Club Works

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The Sierra Club protects the environment by lobbying for environmental preservation. Learn more about the Sierra Club conservation efforts.

How Pterosaurs Worked

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They were creatures of the air, but they aren't part of the avian family tree - and don't call them dinosaurs. What was life like for the pterosaurs, and what has sparked renewed interest in these flying reptiles?

Finding the Strongest Dog Bite in 10 Breeds

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Size plays a role in the strongest dog bites out there, but so does the canine's morphology, aka snout shape.

How Wetlands Work

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Wetlands act like sponges, soaking up extra water during floods. They filter water as it runs to our rivers and streams. Find out what else wetlands do.

There's a River Full of Monkeys in Florida — And Not in a Theme Park

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In Silver Springs State Park, Florida, there's a colony of rhesus macaques living in the wild. HowStuffWorks discovers how they got there.

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