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Hagfish: This Eel-like Slime Machine Is a Predator's Nightmare
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The elusive hagfish is a master at hiding in holes and crevices, but its main defense is its ability to release a noxious, suffocating and sometimes poisonous slime when attacked.
Who was James Webb?
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He was responsible for some of humanity's greatest achievements, and his name now graces a massive NASA project. But how did a law degree lead to being a space pioneer?
The Sea Cucumber Eats, Poops and Breathes Through a Cloaca
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The soft, cylindrical sea cucumber looks like a vegetable — and in some countries, it's a delicacy because of its nutritional value and health benefits. But it actually belongs to the phylum of echinoderms, closely related to starfish (aka sea stars), sand dollars, sea urchins and sea lilies.
Turns Out Earth's Pulse 'Beats' Every 27.5 Million Years, But Why?
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Researchers have been asking this question for almost a century and now we're a little closer to the answer. Something else to ponder: Every 27.5 million years there is usually a mass extinction.
Japanese Spider Crab: Enormous and Harmless to Humans
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The Japanese spider crab is a fascinating and impressive animal. In fact, it is the largest arthropod in the ocean!
Titanoboa: Exploring Colombia's Prehistoric Giant Snake
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The extinct Titanoboa snake lived around 66 million to 56 million years ago. These things were massive and could reach 50 feet long and 3 feet wide making them the largest snake ever to have roamed the Earth.
How the Future Force Warrior Will Work
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For the battlefield of the future, the U.S. Army is developing an infantry uniform that will provide superhuman strength and much more. Learn how the Future Force Warrior will turn a soldier into an "F-16 on legs."
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.
9 Largest Octopus Species Lurking in the Deep Blue Sea
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Octopuses are cephalopods that have three hearts and eight arms that are covered with suckers. The largest octopus is the giant Pacific octopus. As its name suggests, the Giant Pacific Octopus lives in the North Pacific Ocean.
How can dolphins disarm sea mines?
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Can dolphins disarm sea mines? They may not disarm them, but they can certainly find them. Learn more about whether dolphins disarm sea mines.