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Dream Truck: Profile of a Custom Car
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The Dream Truck was a custom car builder's dream initiated in 1953 by Spencer Murray. See photos and learn more about the custom 1950 Chevy pickup.
Fear of the Human 'Superpredator' Causes Large Carnivores to Eat Less
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How does top predators' fear of humans affect the ecosystem. Learn more about a new study in this HowStuffWorks article.
Are Bug Zappers Bad News?
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Not only do bug zappers mostly kill beneficial insects, they also can serve you up a side of bacteria with your burger.
Munchkin Cats: The Wiener Dogs of the Feline World
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Munchkin cats were officially introduced to the world in 1991, though they've been around for decades. HowStuffWorks gets to know these feline cuties.
Why No Fish Wants a Tongue-eating Parasitic Louse in its Mouth
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Cymothoa exigua will make you feel very glad you're not a fish.
Have a Tabby Cat? It's Not an Actual Breed
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Tabby cats are everywhere. Whether they're lounging on windowsills or chasing toys across the living room floor, these striped felines are among the most recognizable in the pet world. But there's more to a tabby cat than just its good looks and charming antics.
Ocicat: A Wild Mix of Siamese Cat and Ruddy Abyssinian
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The Ocicat might look like it just stepped out of the jungle, but don't be fooled by its ocelot-like spots. This domestic cat is all housecat at heart, with a dog-like personality and enough charm to win over other pets and even your grumpy neighbor.
Sampson, aka Mammoth: The Biggest Horse Ever
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Sampson was a magnificent Shire horse from the mid-1800s whose incredible size and strength made him a legend in his own time. A true colossus, he dwarfed even the largest of draft horses.
Ridiculous History: 150 Years Ago, Men Killed for the Eggs of These Birds
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What is the San Francisco Egg War? Learn more about the history of the Egg War in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
A Conversation With the Man Behind Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch
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HowStuffWorks talks to Caroll Spinney, the man behind the 'Sesame Street' characters Big Bird and Oscar the Grouch since 1969.