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What Do Rats Eat? Whatever They Can Get Their Paws On

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Rats are nature’s ultimate survivors. But what do rats eat? These highly adaptable rodents will chow down on just about anything they can find, from meat scraps to fruit trees.

How Bioarchaeology Works

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Archaeologists dig up and study the material remains of human civilizations. Bioarchaeologists do the same thing, except they focus on the remains of, well, us. What's the big deal about old bones and teeth?

When Were Cats Domesticated? Did Cats Domesticate Us?

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These floofs have been living alongside humans for thousands of years. But when were cats domesticated to become our adorable yet aloof companions?

How Humans Have Made a Mess of Mink

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The wars between American and European mink species and humans quietly rage worldwide. HowStuffWorks takes a look.

The Eastern Lowland Gorilla Is the World's Biggest Gorilla

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The Eastern lowland gorilla, scientifically known as Gorilla beringei graueri, is a subspecies of eastern gorilla that inhabits the lush tropical rainforests of the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

5 Innovative Greenhouses

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Greenhouses are undoubtedly an integral part of humanity's future. Check out these 5 innovative greenhouses to see the future of green gardening.

The Most Dangerous Bear and 9 Others to Give a Wide Berth

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Bears are incredible creatures, but they can also be some of the most dangerous animals on the planet. While even the most dangerous bear will typically avoid humans, under the right (or wrong!) circumstances, it can become aggressive, especially if it feels threatened or if you're in its territory.

Sunda Tiger: A Critically Endangered Subspecies in Sumatra

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The Sunda tiger, also known as the Sumatran tiger (Panthera tigris sumatrae), is a striking species that can be found on Sumatra, an island in Indonesia. This tiger subspecies is the smallest among all living tiger species and is uniquely adapted to its tropical rainforest habitat.

Japanese Spider Crab: Enormous and Harmless to Humans

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The Japanese spider crab is a fascinating and impressive animal. In fact, it is the largest arthropod in the ocean!

Are lefties better at sports?

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There are no left-handed sports exactly, but lefties seem to have an advantage in some sports. Learn which sports might be called left-handed sports.

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