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A Barnacle Attaches for Life (Yes, They're Living Crustaceans)
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Ever notice those little crusty clumps stuck to rocks, boat hulls or even whales? Those are barnacles, and while they might not look like much, they're marvels of the natural world.
Giant Jellyfish Grow up to 8 Feet Wide With 60-foot Tentacles
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There are about 200 documented species of jellyfish pulsing their way through the world's waters. Most range from the size of your belly button to the size of a car tire.
How Butterflies Work
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Butterflies' lives are all about flight. Learn all about the lives of butterflies and what may happen to the butterfly in the future at HowStuffWorks.
In the Mariana Trench, Animals Adapt in REALLY Weird Ways
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The Mariana Trench is the deepest place on Earth, and we're still in the dark about much of the life that calls it home. Here are just a few of the trench's eye-popping residents.
How the 'Alien' Xenomorph Works
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You've always wondered how the xenomorph in 'Alien' worked. Now it's time to go behind the scenes and meet the xenomorph in 'Alien.'
How Jellyfish Work
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Although jellyfish have been around for over 650 million years, they're stil very mysterious. Learn the basics and the jellyfish life cycle.
Can You Match These Science Words to the Right Definition?
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If you thought math was hard, you should see what science has to offer. Those who know a few Latin words will ace this quiz. For everyone else, let's see if you can get a few of them right.
How Octopuses Work
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The two centimeter male pillow octopus is dwarfed by his six-foot female pillow octopus mate. Learn more about the intriguing octopus.
Evolution by Natural Selection: Examples and Effects of Adaptation
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Natural selection is the idea that organisms that are best suited to survive pass their traits down. Is it true that only the strong survive?
How are shark pups born?
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Shark pups can be born three different ways: live birth, hatching from an egg and a combination of both. Read more about shark pups and their birth.