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10 Physical Human Traits That Evolution Has Made Obsolete
In Charles Darwin's book On the Origin of Species, he referred to a number of "vestiges" in human anatomy that he posited are remnants left over from the course of our species' development over time. Darwin suggested that these vestigial organs are evidence of evolution and represent functions that were once necessary for our survival, but [...] The post 10 Physical Human Traits That Evolution Has Made Obsolete appeared first on Goliath.
The Tiny Kiwi Bird Is Related to Massive Emus and Ostriches
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The kiwi bird: a small, flightless bird with some seriously strange features! Native to New Zealand, this bird in the world is unlike any other, with hair-like kiwi feathers, nostrils at the tip of its beak and a highly developed sense of smell.
How Do Snakes Reproduce? Ovoviviparity Will Blow Your Mind
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Humans have the birds and the bees to explain the ins and outs of reproduction, but for our slithering friends, the process is far more intriguing. So, how do snakes reproduce?
Can You Identify These Australian Fish?
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In a land dominated by Tasmanian devils, kangaroos and the mighty platypus, you just know there's more than meets the eye under the water, too. Care to wade in and test your knowledge of the fish found in Australia?
A Giant Tortoise Lives in the 'Galápagos of the Indian Ocean'
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By the time the oldest human dies, odds are there's a giant tortoise out there somewhere who'll live twice as long as they did. Hailing from the Indian Ocean and the Galapagos islands, giant tortoises have been one of the most durable and long-living species for centuries upon centuries.
Do toads cause warts?
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Do toads cause warts? The wart-like bumps protruding from their backs may give some that impression. Learn if toads cause warts.
Are Frogs on the Brink of Extinction?
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Frogs are like the canary in the coal mine for the state of the environment. HowstuffWorks looks at their endangered status.
A Close Look at the Cuban Boa of Guantanamo Bay
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The Cuban boa finds shelter in trees and gives birth to live young rather than laying eggs. The oldest Cuban boa is over 30 years old.
What Do Deer Eat During Different Seasons?
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What do deer eat? If you've ever spotted a deer nibbling on leaves or wandering through a meadow, you might have wondered about preferred deer foods. The answer depends on the season, the environment and even the specific species of deer.
How Charismatic Megafauna Work
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People flock to zoos to see pandas, lions and monkeys - but why? Learn more about charismatic megafauna at HowStuffWorks.