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The Black Rhino, aka Hook-lipped Rhinoceros
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The black rhino is one of the rarest animals on the African continent - but it wasn't always. At the beginning of the 20th century, there may have been a million black rhinos across Africa.
The Komodo Dragon Will Feast on Its Own Young
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Found only in Indonesia, the Komodo dragon (Varanus komodoensis) roams the rugged terrain of islands like Komodo Island and within Komodo National Park, a protected sanctuary for these unique reptiles.
There Are 4 Types of Reptiles, But 1 Only Exists in New Zealand
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Lizards are some of the most diverse and fascinating creatures on the planet. There are so many types of reptiles that come in an incredible variety of shapes, sizes and colors, from worm-sized snakes and tiny turtles to gargantuan crocodiles and giant monitor lizards that could pass for modern-day dinosaurs.
Elephants Can Learn to Sniff Out Landmines
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Can elephants detect landmines with smell? Read the article to learn more about the landmine detection of elephants using their noses.
Why Are Cats So Obsessed With Laser Pointers?
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What makes cats hunt a laser pointer? Learn more about cats and laser pointers in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Scientists Develop Quick-Growing Coral Method to Save Dying Reefs
Coral grows faster when it's cut or broken and scientists are taking advantage of that to replenish depleted reefs.
Are Plastic-eating Enzymes Our Planet's Only Hope?
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Two bacterial enzymes degrade PET plastics and could potentially be a solution to Earth's massive waste problem. HowStuffWorks looks at the science.
What is star jelly?
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Star jelly sounds like it could be some sort of cosmic spread for toast -- complete with a flashy label boasting, "Now with 50 percent more universe!" Unfortunately, the real story of star jelly is far less tasty -- and far more terrestrial.
Do feral cats spread disease?
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It can be hard for cat-lovers to resist feeding local strays, but they may carry diseases. Learn more about feral cats and disease at HowStuffWorks.
When Were Cats Domesticated? Did Cats Domesticate Us?
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These floofs have been living alongside humans for thousands of years. But when were cats domesticated to become our adorable yet aloof companions?