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Animal Classification: A Taxonomy for All Living Things
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The taxonomy that Carl Linnaeus introduced in "Systema Naturae" set the stage for a uniform animal classification system.
5 Reasons Geckos Are the Coolest Lizards
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Geckos have abilities that definitely take lizardhood up a notch.
Fruit Flies: The Science Superstars You Want Gone From Your Kitchen
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Fruit flies are annoying, but we also owe them a huge debt of scientific gratitude.
The Bullet Ant's Sting Packs a Painful Punch
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A bullet ant's sting will hurt for a long time, but it probably won't kill you.
Snakes Can Hear You Scream, New Study Says
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A new study dispels the myth that snakes are deaf to airborne sounds and reveals that different species react differently to the sounds they hear.
Ankylosaurus: A Tank-like Herbivore With a Killer Club Tail
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Ankylosaurus was a dinosaur with short, squat legs that allowed it to run at about 6 miles per hour - fast, but not fast enough to outrun a large carnivorous predator like Tyrannosaurus rex.
How the Brown Tree Snake Wreaked Havoc on Guam's Birds
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Let’s talk about one slithery critter that's made quite a name for itself: the brown tree snake. These sneaky reptiles may look like your average snake, but they've caused a big stir in some unexpected places.
The Toucan Is Far More Than the Froot Loops Mascot
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Generations of cereal eaters grew up sharing the breakfast table with Toucan Sam, famous for following his long, colorful nose - but what's that bill for besides hawking cereal?
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.
Do Fish Get Thirsty?
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They're swimming in water all day so how could they ever get thirsty? The answer might surprise you.