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How and why do bats hang upside down all day?
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Bat roosting is unusual in that bats hang upside down when they are sleeping or resting. Learn about bat roosting and why bats hang upside down.
What's the Difference Between a Lake and a Pond?
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It's not just the size that differentiates a lake from a pond. The real distinctions flow much deeper.
You'll Never Guess Why Thomas Jefferson Raised Geese
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The Founding Father was a prolific writer during his day. He wrote so much, in fact, he required a steady supply of quills.
Meet the World's Smallest, Toughest Owl
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These tiny owls weigh less than a golf ball but kill poisonous scorpions for dinner. HowStuffWorks looks at the tiny desert-dwelling elf owl.
Bees Stopped Buzzing During the 2017 Solar Eclipse
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A citizen science project during 2017's solar eclipse helped researchers study how bees responded to the eclipse. HowStuffWorks looks at the results.
What does it mean when someone has 20/20 vision?
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We all know 20/20 vision is a good thing, but just what do those numbers mean?
The Katydid Is a Vibrant Master of Disguise (and Nocturnal!)
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Is that katydid a leaf? Is it an insect? Is it singing to you on a warm summer night? The answer to all of these is yes! Closely related to crickets and grasshoppers, there are over 6,000 katydid species worldwide. These masters of disguise are commonly heard but rarely seen.
15 Weird Animal Facts: Cows Have BFFs, Cats Can't Taste Sweet
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The animal kingdom is full of surprises. From strange survival tricks to bizarre biological quirks, the weird animal facts that follow will make you look twice at the natural world.
Coqui Frog: Beloved in Puerto Rico, Not So Much in Hawaii
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If you've walked through a warm, humid forest in Puerto Rico or parts of Hawaii at dusk, you've likely heard the high-pitched "ko-kee" call of the coqui frog.
Lake Natron: Where Impossibly Salty Water Matches Flamingos
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With its vivid red waters and stunning surrounding terrain, Lake Natron is one of East Africa's most mesmerizing and otherworldly natural wonders.