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The Ancient Mayfly Briefly Lives Only to Reproduce and Die 

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Mayflies have the shortest adult life span of any animal, but swarms of them can still be seen on weather radar.

6 Charts to Help Explain Climate Change

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The science is off the charts. Climate change is here and it's affecting the planet. We'll tell you how and where.

The Most Venomous Snake in the World and 19 Deadly Others

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Just one bite from any of these venomous snakes could cost you your life. They're some of the deadliest snakes in the world and you don't want to mess with them.

How did 168 conquistadors take down the Incan empire?

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The Incan empire was erased from existence by fewer than 200 men, but how was this possible? Find out how the Incan empire was brought down.

Can You Name All the Countries in the Northern Hemisphere?

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Even if Wacko's song of the countries is a little outdated, he might be able to pass this quiz. Do you think you have the northern knowledge to beat him?

Madagascar's Most Famous Species Is Near Extinction

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Why are lemurs on Madagascar at risk of extinction? Learn more about endangered lemurs in this HowStuffWorks Now article.

Who's Watching the Adults? Facing Old Age Without Children

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A report showed that 20 percent of U.S. women born after 1970 don't have children. HowStuffWorks Now looks at who will provide elder care.

What If There Were No Snakes?

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Snakes get a bad rep. They've become so associated with dishonesty, deception and temptation that many might prefer the world just rid itself of them altogether. But creepy as they may be, it turns out that snakes are pretty handy to have around.

The Pallas's Cat Is the Original Grumpy Wildcat

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Pallas's cats appear cantankerous, in part due to their flat faces and large, owl-like eyes with round pupils.

How Naming the Continents Works

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The names of the continents are well known but their origins are rather hazy. Learn about the names of the continents and where they come from.

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