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5 Reasons Parasites Are Beneficial to Earth
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You probably think all parasites are disgusting little critters, but that's not always the case. Several are actually critical to the planet.
What Do Possums Eat? Most Things, It Turns Out
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If you're trying to keep opossums out of your trash, you may be asking yourself, "What do possums eat?" Unfortunately, the answer is just about everything.
Squirrels Can Be Left- or Right-handed
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A study at the University of Exeter in January 2020 found that squirrels that strongly favored a paw - whether right or left - perform less well at learning tasks. Ah ... OK. So. Many. Questions.
The Ultimate Giraffe Quiz
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The giraffe is the tallest living animal and inhabits areas south of the Sahara. Take this quiz to learn more about these graceful, gentle creatures.
This Rare Giraffe Is Losing More of Its Color Every Year
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The first case of vitiligo observed in a giraffe. Learn more about this color-fading vitiligo giraffe in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Binturongs Smell Like Hot, Buttery Popcorn — Now We Know Why
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What makes the binturong, AKA the bearcat, smell like popcorn? Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Don't Get Bitten by the Kissing Bug
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Kissing bugs seem to be spreading throughout the U.S. HowStuffWorks looks at how dangerous these insects actually are to humans.
Baby Giraffes Get Their Spots From Mom
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A study found that baby giraffes get their spot patterns from their moms. HowStuffWorks looks at the study and what it means for giraffes in the wild.
Squirrels Can Be Left- or Right-handed
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HowStuffWorks looks at whether strongly lateralized squirrels are less good at learning.
Quiz: Guess These Animals Based on Their Scientific Names
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You probably like a lot of Animalia (that's the scientific name for animals), but how well do you know their formal monikers? You may be surprised by how many you get right!