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It's a Small World, and It's Wiping Out Languages
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Thousands of languages are threatened with extinction. Learn more about vanishing languages at HowStuffWorks.
How the Blue Racer Snake Lives Up to Its Name
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Known for its striking blue coloration and incredible speed, the blue racer snake is found primarily in the Midwest. These snakes are nonvenomous and play an essential role in their ecosystems, helping to control populations of small mammals and other prey.
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!
The Blue-footed Booby Dance Gets the Girl Every Time
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The blue-footed booby is known as much for its comical mating dance as for its intensely colored blue feet.
Cape Buffalo Are Intensely Protective Herbivores
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Today, we're exploring one of Africa's most formidable and awe-inspiring animals: the Cape buffalo. This powerhouse bovine isn't just a member of the prestigious "Big Five" — it's also one of the most dangerous animals on the continent.
Why does Apple name its OSs after big cats?
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Why does Apple name its OSs after big cats? Find out why Apple names its OSs after big cats at HowStuffWorks.
Red Pandas Are Not the Lesser Pandas
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Unfortunately, only 10,000 red pandas are left in the wild. HowStuffWorks looks at what makes them so adorable, and what's threatening their habitats.
Why are otters playful?
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Playful otters often wrestle, slide and play with their food. Learn how otters are playful and use fun and games as ways to improve their survival tactics.
Can You Name All 40 of These Animals?
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Let's forget about the domestic dog breeds and house cats of the world, and check out what the animal kingdom has to offer. Will you be able to identify all 40 of these interesting creatures, or will you have to look them up?
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