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What do most sharks eat?
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What do sharks eat? Sharks range in size from 8 inches long to 60 feet long. So obviously their diets vary. Learn more about what sharks eat.
Meet Palaeophis Colossaeus, the Largest Sea Snake of All Time
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If you like swimming in the ocean, you'll probably be glad to hear that Palaeophis colossaeus, a 40-foot sea snake, has been extinct for millions of years.
The Apex Predator List: Life at the Top of the Food Chain
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Apex predators attract a special kind of fascination; also called "super predators," they sit at the top of the food chain, unquestionably the most dominant members of the animal kingdom.
Sea Turtles Are Making a Huge Comeback, Thanks to the Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Endangered Species Act, passed in 1973 has been a resounding success. HowStuffWorks looks at the astounding numbers.
12 Odd Beauty Products Throughout History
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Beauty products weren't always so beautiful -- the ingredients are pretty funky. You may be surprised to know what's in that lipstick.
12 Items at a Feast of Henry VIII
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Henry VIII was known for hosting opulent feasts with every delicacy you could imagine. Read our list of 12 items found at a feast of Henry VIII.
Top 5 Ways Nature Has Inspired Technology
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Some of the newest ideas in technology come from very old ideas -- they're inspired by nature. How do the plants and animals around us give engineers ideas?
Is the Bloop Real? Well, Yes and No
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Is the Bloop real? This mysterious underwater sound recorded in the Pacific Ocean in 1997 was so loud that underwater microphones detected it from over 3,000 miles away.
Black Demon Shark: Baja California's Aquatic Cryptic
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In the dark waters off the Baja California Peninsula, whispers of a massive, shadowy predator have given rise to the legend of the black demon shark. Known locally as El Demonio Negro, this alleged predatory shark has sparked both fear and fascination among local fishermen, ocean lovers and shark enthusiasts.
A Barnacle Attaches for Life (Yes, They're Living Crustaceans)
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Ever notice those little crusty clumps stuck to rocks, boat hulls or even whales? Those are barnacles, and while they might not look like much, they're marvels of the natural world.