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Do Fish Sleep? They Have to ... Right?
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It's hard to imagine Nemo catching some z's in the Great Barrier Reef. But fish do need rest. Do they sleep like we do?
Is Africa Splitting in Two? Really? Here's the Scoop
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The notion of Africa splitting has the attention scientists and geologists worldwide, as the Great Rift Valley stretches and tears at the Earth's crust.
What Kind of Water Snake Do You Spy in Your Local Pond?
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Have you ever seen a snake in or near a river or pond? It was probably a water snake! These slithery swimmers are easy to spot anywhere the world gets a little wetter, particularly near freshwater.
The Dragon Snake Is Too Finnicky for Most Pet Owners
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The dragon snake (Xenodermus javanicus) is an elusive creature. Native to Southeast Asia, these snakes have distinctive rough, keeled scales and an almost mythical appearance, reminiscent of dragons.
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.
5 Pine Snake Variations in North America
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The pine snake is one of the most interesting and robust reptiles you'll find slithering through the pine woods and sandy soils of North America. Belonging to the species Pituophis melanoleucus, these nonvenomous snakes are known for their large size, powerful build and distinctive hissing sounds when threatened.
Do Snakes Hibernate? Technically No, Functionally Yes
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Have you ever wondered what happens to snakes when cold weather arrives? Do snakes hibernate like bears and other animals, or do they do something else?
The Sparklemuffin Peacock Spider Dances to Entice Mates
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The sparklemuffin peacock spider (Maratus jactatus) is a tiny spider that lives up to its vivacious name. This dazzling arachnid was given its moniker in 2015 by UC Berkeley PhD student Maddie Girard after they were discovered in Wondul Range National Park in southern Queensland, Australia.
4 'Commonwealth' States: Merely a Symbolic Commitment
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The term "commonwealth states" refers to a specific political status that four states in the United States use. These states retain the same powers and privileges as all other U.S. states, but their choice to use commonwealth reflects their history, values and governance.
Narwhal Echolocation Abilities Exceed Those of Any Other Animal, Study Finds
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What are the echolocation abilities of a narwhal? Learn more about a new study on narwhal echolocation in this HowStuffWorks Now article.