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Pretty Cool Produce: The Exotic Fruits and Veggies Quiz
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You know that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but what's your IQ on the lesser-known fruits (and veggies) of the world?
Meet Gigantopithecus, the Extinct Giant Orangutan in 'The Jungle Book'
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The character of King Louie gets a serious primate upgrade in the new Disney live-action-meets-CGI film. Did the ape also serve as inspiration for sasquatch and yeti?
Gharial: The Rare Crocodilian With an Extremely Narrow Snout
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The gharial is one of the rarest and most unusual-looking crocodilian species on the planet. Learn more about this unique species and discover what conservation groups are doing to protect gharial populations.
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.
5 Most Expensive Coffee Types Found Around the World
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Coffee drinkers love their brew, but some cups come with jaw-dropping price tags. So what makes the most expensive coffee in the world so special? From animal-assisted processing to exotic growing regions, the most expensive coffees are prized for their rarity, flavor and the unusual ways they're made.
Lemongrass Is a Prized Herb in Asian Cuisine
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This grassy herb adds a bright, floral kick to many Asian dishes, from curries and soups to stews and teas. It can even be used to repel insects.
The Flying Snake Doesn't Fly So Much as Fall With Style
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To some, the thought of snakes flying through the air is the scariest thought imaginable, but, as we'll explain, flying snakes don't actually fly, they "fall with style."
Vampire Crab: More Cartoonish Than Blood-sucking
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Vampire crabs might sound like horror flick creatures, but they’re actually one of the most striking pets you can keep in a paludarium.
Aromatherapy: Lemongrass
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Lemongrass has many therapeutic uses. It is used in aromatherapy compounds as an antiseptic, deodorant, and more. Learn more about this essential oil.
Huntsman Spider: Harmless to Humans Despite 12-in. Leg Span
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The huntsman spider is one of the fastest and most agile arachnids on the planet. The species is often confused with tarantulas because of the hairy bodies, but their distinguishing trait is their long, angular, crab-like legs that help them move forward and sideways quickly.