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Can You Identify These Australian Snakes?
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Australia is home to many different species of snakes, both venomous and nonvenomous. How well can you correctly identify some of these creatures? Take this quiz if you would like to find out!
Albino Snake Traits and Health Concerns
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An albino snake will stand out in its natural habitat. Unlike their non-albino counterparts, albino snakes have a genetic mutation that affects the production of melanin, the pigment responsible for the typical coloration in animals. This lack of melanin results in the distinctively pale or white skin and pink or red eyes that are the hallmarks of albinism.
King Cobra: A Venomous Snake's Diet and Mating Rituals
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The king cobra (Ophiophagus hannah) is the longest venomous snake in the world and is one of the few snake species to make a nest for its eggs.
Axolotl Life Expectancy Is Roughly Halved in the Wild
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Axolotl life expectancy might not sound like a burning topic, but once you learn what these amphibians can do, you’ll be hooked.
Does Hawaii Have Snakes? It's Complicated
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Tropical environments are often home to countless reptiles, like snakes, alligators and lizards — the type of wildlife you might expect to encounter during a vacation to one of the Hawaiian islands. But is this the case? Does Hawaii have snakes?
The Leatherback Sea Turtle Is the Size of a Small Car
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The leatherback sea turtle is the heavyweight of the sea turtle world ... literally. This sea turtle species can grow as long as a small car and weighing over half a ton!
Yakety-yak: 7 Fun Faks About Yaks
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While yaks share the bovine family tree with cows, they're a different species altogether. And, unlike cow dung, yak poop doesn't stink.
California's Leopard Shark Takes Years to Mature
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With their sleek, spotted bodies and easygoing demeanor, the leopard shark is a California coast icon. These sharks, scientifically known as Triakis semifasciata, cruise the shallow nearshore embayments of the eastern Pacific, especially around San Francisco Bay and southern California.
Things Are Looking Up for the Adorable American Pika
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Climate change will affect the habitat of the American pika, but not only in negative ways. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
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.