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15 Famous Astronauts Who Expanded Our Universe
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Some brave explorers travel across oceans; others blast off into space. This list of famous astronauts celebrates the pioneers of space exploration — those who took "one giant leap" for humankind and expanded our reach beyond Earth.
Can You Identify These Mountain Animals?
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Mountains cover around 20% of the Earth's surface, and there's a whole lot more life way up there than a few dozen humans seeking climbing glory. Take our quiz to see how many of these mountain-dwelling critters you can name!
The Eastern Indigo Snake Lives in Gopher Tortoise Burrows
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The eastern indigo snake takes advantage of a unique shelter that provides much-needed protection to the endangered species and its young.
How Australia's King Brown Snake Got Its Name
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The king brown snake, also known as the mulga, occupies many regions of Australia and is partial to the most arid regions.
The Cassowary Is the World's Most Dangerous Bird
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This exotic bird could seriously injure or kill a person or a dog in an instant with its deadly claws.
7 Animals that Can Be Heard for Long Distances
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You think cell phone users are loud? Some of these animals can be heard for miles. See our list of 7 animals that can be heard for long distances.
Surgical Adhesive Inspired by Slug Mucus Can Patch Bleeding Tissue
The Dusky Arion slug provided scientists with unlikely inspiration for a glue that sticks to wet surfaces. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.
The Trapdoor Spider Builds Silk-lined Burrow Traps
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The trapdoor spider is one of the sneakiest hunters in the arachnid world. These clever spiders are named for their unique hunting strategy: They build burrows with hinged "doors" made of soil and twigs that they use to ambush and capture prey. These burrows are lined with silk for stability.
Romeo the Lonely Frog Finally Finds His Juliet
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A search through the rainforests of Bolivia turns up a mate for Romeo. HowStuffWorks meets Juliet.
What Do Spiders Eat? Other Spiders, You Say? Yikes!
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Many people are scared of spiders. But spiders help us keep pests under control by feeding on other insects that might spread diseases or attack our gardens.