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What Does Science Say About the Health Benefits of Cordyceps?
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Cordyceps is a parasitic fungus that grows on insects. It's been used in Chinese medicine for centuries and is said to fix a host of health issues. But is it too good to be true?
Hyssop, Anise Hyssop
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Hyssop, anise hyssop, is a herblike perennial with spikes of brightly colored flowers that bloom in later summer to early fall. Read about this showy plant and find out which animals it attracts.
Saber-tooth Kittens Were Big-boned
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Researchers discovered that everyone's favorite prehistoric cat had some seriously big bones - even as a youngster.
Brush Up on Parseltongue to Greet the New Salazar Slytherin Snake
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A new species of green pit viper found in India has been named after the founder of Harry Potter's Slytherin house.
This Organism Is Part Plant and Part Animal
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This single-celled creature harnesses algae for energy. HowStuffWorks looks at this strange symbiosis.
Can You Identify All of These Coniferous Trees?
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Conifers conjure up winter scenes with snow and the winter holiday season. But did you know there are some coniferous trees that can't handle the snow? There are even some that thrive in arid regions! If you think know your cones, then take this quiz!
Can You Name All of These "One Punch Man" Characters?
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Unlike the main character in "One-Punch Man," you certainly won't get bored with this challenging quiz. Will you be able to step up and land a devastating blow on this quiz? Give it your best shot and see for yourself!
Can you guess the scientific name of these common things?
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Did you know there's a mushroom called Spongiforma squarepantsii? Carl Linnaeus invented modern taxonomy and scientists have expanded this vocabulary over the years. Let's see how many scientific names you can guess correctly!
Green Anaconda: Meet the Heaviest Snake in the World
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The green anaconda hunts both in water and on dry land, which is even scarier when you realize the snake is capable of eating prey larger than its own body.
Toad Lily
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Toad lilies have beautiful cream and purple flowers that bloom in fall. They are great for the shady garden. Learn more at HowStuffWorks.