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The Largest Bird of Prey: Tallest, Heaviest and Widest Wingspan

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The largest bird of prey is a raptor that dominates the air with its massive wingspan, incredible strength and razor-sharp talons. The biggest birds aren't just impressive because of their size; they're also some of the most powerful predators in the avian world, from the highest peaks of South America to the vast forests of Asia.

If We Show You a Fossil, Can You Figure Out What Living Thing It Used to Be?

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Don't let those incredible dinosaur skeletons in the museum fool you -- the fossils of living things don't always look exactly like that person, plant or animal did while alive. See how many you can identify with this quiz!

The 12 Deadliest Plants In The World

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Like pretty well all living things, plants are equipped with natural defense mechanisms that help protect them from all the vicious animals out there that might want to eat them. In addition to stinging spikes and thorns, some plants are filled with deadly toxins that can make us violently ill or even kill us if [...] The post The 12 Deadliest Plants In The World appeared first on Goliath.

The Javan Rhino Is the Rarest Living Rhinoceros Species

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The Javan rhino is found in just one place on Earth, at least in the wild: Ujung Kulon National Park in Java, Indonesia. Once abundant, it is now the rarest rhino and one of the rarest mammals in the world.

10 Cobra Snake Species to Keep Out of Striking Distance

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Cobras are some of the most venomous snakes on the planet, also known for their intimidating hoods and swift strikes. But while their venom and striking power make them feared by many, the role of the cobra snake in ecosystems is invaluable, from controlling rat populations to maintaining a balance among predators.

Can You Pass This Super-Tough Snake Identification Quiz?

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Snakes are some of the most common reptiles on the face of the planet but how well do you know them? Take this quiz if you would like to find out!

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.

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