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Baboons: The Monkeys With the Scarlet Booties
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Baboons are one of 23 types of Old World monkeys. HowStuffWorks takes you inside their world, and talks frankly about their ugly red butts.
10 Everyday Backyard Hazards and How to Fix Them
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Yes, there are probably hazards in your yard, but don't be afraid of them. Get the scoop on identifying and addressing everyday backyard dangers.
Does a deer have exactly enough brains to tan its own hide?
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Tanning with deer brain might seem odd, but some people prefer this leather-making tradition. Learn why tanning with deer brain can soften leather.
What's the best way to keep pests out of my home?
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Home pest control isn't always chemical agents that exterminators spray -- there are green alternatives. Read about home pest control for your home.
Fisher Cats: Tough Guys of the Weasel World
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HowStuffWorks looks at the world of the mysterious fisher cat, which actually isn't a cat at all but rather a tough member of the weasel family.
How Rabies Works
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Are you wondering how rabies works? Learn how rabies works and how it can be prevented.
10 Biggest Cat Breeds to (Lovingly) Shed All Over Your Home
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The biggest cat breeds, like Maine Coons and Savannah cats, remind us of their (considerably larger) wild ancestors.
What Caused the Mysterious Carolina Bays?
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Some say UFOs, while others say a meteor strike formed the Carolina Bays. Whatever created these isolated ponds and wetlands across North and South Carolina left a wondrous ecosystem that is in dire need of protection.
Why in the World Do U.S. Presidents Pardon Turkeys?
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Every year the U.S. president pardons a turkey and Americans eat it up. Not the bird, but the ceremony. How did this priceless tradition even start?
How Grid Energy Storage Works
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Grid energy storage is discussed in this article from HowStuffWorks. Learn about grid energy storage.