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How do scientists know what's inside dinosaur eggs?
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How do scientists know what's inside dinosaur eggs? Learn about the techniques used by scientists to examine the fossilized remains of dinosaur embryos.
African Animal Pictures
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Many kinds of animals are native only to Africa. Check out these African animal pictures at HowStuffWorks.
The Highly Venomous Timber Rattlesnake Is an American Icon
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If you're looking for the venomous timber rattler, the U.S. is the place to be, as these bad boys are found in at least 27 states.
The Hippopotamus Is Social in Water, Solitary on Land
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Did you know the word "hippopotamus" comes from the ancient Greek for "river horse"? But don't let that fool you; this big, lumbering mammal is anything but a horse. In fact, it's one of the most powerful animals living in Sub-Saharan Africa today.
The Largest Carnivorous Dinosaur May Not Have Been T. Rex
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They lived about 30 million years apart and never set foot on the same continent. Yet Giganotosaurus carolinii is always getting compared to the world's most popular dinosaur, the beloved and well-known Tyrannosaurus rex, both vying for the position of the largest carnivorous dinosaur in history.
16 Binge-worthy Horror Anime to Give You Nightmares
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Horror movies can reach down into the darkest depths of human consciousness and bring nightmares to life on screen.
What does a construction manager do?
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What does a construction manager do? Learn about general contractors and construction managers' roles in building projects.
Indie Bookstores Defied Amazon. Who's Next?
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Indie book stores are making a comeback. HowStuffWorks checks out the resurgence and wonders what other businesses can beat back Amazon.
Horseshoe Crabs Endangered by Biomedical Bloodletting
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Horseshoe crabs are a valuable commodity to the biomedical industry, which is not helping their chances of survival. HowStuffWorks takes a look.
Rules for Keeping a Pet Chinchilla
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Chinchillas make fairly good long-term pets. HowStuffWorks takes a look at the special needs of these exotic creatures.