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Animal Classification: A Taxonomy for All Living Things
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The taxonomy that Carl Linnaeus introduced in "Systema Naturae" set the stage for a uniform animal classification system.
The Glass Lizard, aka Glass Snake, Makes Its Tail Shatter
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Today, we’re diving into the world of the glass snake, more commonly known as a glass lizard. They aren’t actually snakes at all; they’re several species of legless lizard. That's right, glass lizards look an awful lot like snakes, but they have some key differences that set them apart.
Freshwater Snails: Helpful Carriers of Harmful Parasites
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You might think of snails as the little shelled creatures that you find crawling in your garden, or even as a delicacy of French cuisine, where they are called "escargot." But there are snails that live in the water, too, including marine snails in the tropical oceans and freshwater snails found across the world in ponds, lakes and rivers.
How Many Legs Does a Millipede Really Have?
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If you think the answer is 1,000, you're way way off.
Tracking Down the Elusive Giant Squid
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Giant squid are showing up in videos for the first time ever. HowStuffWorks takes a look at these elusive and mysterious denizens of the deep.
Pistol Shrimp: The Fastest Gun in the Sea
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The pistol shrimp is feared in the ocean for its ability to hit a prey with air bubbles that travel 82 feet per second, pop at 218 decibels and deliver 8,000 degrees Fahrenheit of heat.
Axolotl Life Expectancy Is Roughly Halved in the Wild
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Axolotl life expectancy might not sound like a burning topic, but once you learn what these amphibians can do, you’ll be hooked.
How Mangrove Forests Are Great for the Planet
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Mangroves provide a habitat for wildlife such as fish, birds, deer and insects. They also stabilize shorelines, protect against storm surges and improve water quality. What's not to love?
The Deep Ocean Giant Isopod Looks Like a Huge Roly-poly Bug
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Tons of these humongous bug-like creatures live in the darkest depths of the sea, but they are still somewhat of a mystery to us humans.
The Amazing Mantis Shrimp Punches Its Prey, Plus More Colorful Facts
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These brightly colored crustaceans can smash aquarium glass or quickly cut through a human finger, so whatever you do, keep your distance.