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Viper Snake Species Are Always Venomous
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Vipers are venomous snakes that belong to the scientific family Viperidae, which includes hundreds of species spread across multiple continents. Known for its potent viper venom, retractable fangs and deadly strikes, the viper snake family has evolved to thrive in diverse environments.
The Slender Parrot Snake Can Grow to More Than 5 Feet Long
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Today, we're going to talk about a snake that glides through the trees of Central and South America: the parrot snake: These slender, vibrant creatures might look delicate, but they're expert hunters with some cool adaptations that help them thrive in the tropical forests.
The Bowhead Whale Survives Icy Waters and Killer Whale Attacks
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The bowhead whale (Balaena mysticetus) is found in the icy waters of the Arctic. These are the longest-living mammals; some bowhead whales live for over 200 years. That's older than many countries' independence!
A Shrewdness of Apes? Collective Nouns Are a 500-Year-Old Language Fad
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Collective nouns, or names for groups, are sometimes very strange. HowStuffWorks looks at where they came from.
Getting a Pet Rabbit? 4 Things to Know First
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Rabbits can make great pets but require some special knowledge and care. HowStuffWorks looks at some of the challenges of owning a bunny.
After the Sun Dies, It'll Become a Stellar Crystal
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The sun is going to eventually leave behind a shimmering legacy and turn into a massive crystal. Learn why at HowStuffWorks.
'Rogue' Road Crews Are Fixing Unfilled Potholes
Cities facing huge budget cuts can't keep up with potholes. HowStuffWorks talks to two guys who'd had enough and are fixing the potholes on their own.
What Causes Stock Market Trading to Halt?
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During volatile periods in stock markets, exchanges will often employ 'circuit breakers' to keep stock prices from falling too far too fast.
How to Deactivate Facebook
Whether you want to break up with Facebook for good - or just take a breather - we've got step-by-step instructions so you can do either.
Can You Pass This College Vocabulary Quiz?
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Are you an avid reader? Do you have a dictionary on-hand at all time? Could you go head-to-head with a college grad in Scrabble or Taboo? If you answered yes, you've probably acquired quite an impressive stock of words. Do you think your internal dictionary is at a college level, or has time stolen away some of your memory? Take the quiz to see if your vocabulary truly impresses your friends, or just befuddles them!