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Newly Discovered Crane Fly Species: Tiny Wings, Double-barreled Penis
An Australian scientist has found an unusual species of crane fly with special properties. HowStuffWorks Now investigates.
Would You Fly for the Air Force, Navy or Marines?
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We know you aim high like the Air Force, but are you meant to fly there or elsewhere? Take our military aptitude quiz, and we'll place you behind the controls of the aircraft you're meant to pilot. Which branch will it belong to?
The Human Fly, or the Daredevil Who Made Evel Knievel Seem Sane
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In the 1970s, a mysterious stuntman joined forces with two sausage makers, and the Human Fly was born. Read about the Human Fly at HowStuffWorks Now.
10 Emergency Medical Procedures That Can Be Done on the Fly
You won't believe the emergency medical procedures people perform on the spot. Check out some you could do on the fly at HowStuffWorks.
Hummingbird Migration Can Mean Flying 2,000 Miles Without a Break
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Ruby-throated hummingbirds migrate annually from the U.S. all the way to Central America. How often would one need to stop? A new study reveals amazing abilities.
Are we on the brink of the flying car?
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A flying-car-style rescue vehicle called X-Hawk could be on the market as early as 2012. If it's successful, it could be the proof-of-concept that opens the doors to other flying cars still in the development stage but nearing marketability.
If an Astronaut took a Pet Bird Into Space, Would it Fly?
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Birds in space would actually do quite well because their wings would help stabilize them as they float through space. Learn about birds in space.
Birds Fly, Right? Meet 7 That Totally Can't
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There are 126 species of birds that don't have the ability to fly, for various evolutionary reasons. Let's meet seven of them.
Quetzalcoatlus: The Largest Flying Creature in Earth's History
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Quetzalcoatlus northropi wasn't just big; it was ginormous! As the largest flying animal yet discovered, Quetzalcoatlus continues to fascinate paleontologists and average people alike.
How Do Birds Know When to Fly South and Where to Go?
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During the fall months, you may see unfamiliar birds in your area as those from the north begin to fly south. But how do they know when it's time to migrate and where to go?