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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

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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.

A Corpse Flower Can Grow Over 12 Feet (3.7 Meters) Tall

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Also known as titan arum or Amorphophallus titanum, the corpse flower is known for its rare blooms. This unique plant sometimes takes seven to 10 years before reaching full bloom. When it finally does, plant enthusiasts rush to see this extraordinary occurrence up close.

Swallowtail Butterfly Species Are as Picky as They Are Pretty

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Few insects are as eye-catching as the swallowtail butterfly. Known for their vibrant colors and uniquely shaped hind wings, swallowtails belong to the family Papilionidae and are found worldwide except in the Arctic regions.

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