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What happens when animals evolve in isolation?
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Speciation events are when members of the same species separate until they are no longer able to reproduce with each other. Learn more about speciation events.
Can You Identify These Canadian National Treasures?
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The second-largest country in the world, Canada is full of important landmarks (both natural and manmade.) Can you guess what they are from a photo?
Off to the New World: The Christopher Columbus Quiz
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Whether you consider him a visionary explorer or a barbaric invader, there's no doubt that Christopher Columbus was a fascinating guy. How much do you know about the explorer and his many voyages? Take this quiz to find out.
What is the most isolated culture on Earth -- and what can we learn from it?
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The most isolated culture on Earth has managed to avoid the rapid evolution of society and technology. Learn about the most isolated culture.
Iterative Evolution: Did the Aldabra Rail Evolve Twice?
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The flightless Aldabra rail only lives on the Aldabra Atoll in Madagascar. But this example of iterative evolution descended from birds that soar.
How Puerto Rican Traditions Work
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Many Puerto Rican traditions go back for hundreds of years. Find out about Puerto Rican traditions at HowStuffWorks.
Britain vs. England vs. UK: What's the Difference?
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There's a whale of a difference between the United Kingdom and Great Britain. But whatever you do, don't call someone from Scotland "English."
Goodbye, Melomys: Climate Change Claims Its First Mammal Species
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The Bramble Cay melomys is the first mammal extinct due to climate change. Learn more about the Australian melomys in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
A Giant Tortoise Lives in the 'Galápagos of the Indian Ocean'
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By the time the oldest human dies, odds are there's a giant tortoise out there somewhere who'll live twice as long as they did. Hailing from the Indian Ocean and the Galapagos islands, giant tortoises have been one of the most durable and long-living species for centuries upon centuries.
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.