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Can You Identify These Australian Snakes?
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Australia is home to many different species of snakes, both venomous and nonvenomous. How well can you correctly identify some of these creatures? Take this quiz if you would like to find out!
Was the Terrifying 18th-century Beast of Gévaudan a Wolf or Something More Sinister?
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In the 1760s in the town of Gévaudan, France, a monster lurked, killing as many as 100 people. But, the identity of the Beast of Gévaudan remains unknown.
7 Scary Extinct Animals That Were Absolute Terrors
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If you thought sea monsters were just the stuff of myth, you thought wrong. With giant, razor-sharp teeth, ancient cetaceans - the ancestors to modern whales, dolphins and porpoises - make even nightmares seem dull.
How Dangerous Is the Beaver?
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Beaver attacks get a lot of media attention but should we really be afraid of beavers? HowStuffWorks learns all about these rodents.
7 Types of Snakes: Venomous, Nonvenomous and Constrictors
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The black mamba, one of the world's most feared snakes, can strike multiple times in rapid succession, delivering enough venom to kill multiple humans within minutes. This is just one of the many reasons snakes are among the most fascinating creatures on Earth.
Viper Snake Species Are Always Venomous
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Vipers are venomous snakes that belong to the scientific family Viperidae, which includes hundreds of species spread across multiple continents. Known for its potent viper venom, retractable fangs and deadly strikes, the viper snake family has evolved to thrive in diverse environments.
Brazilian Wandering Spider Hunts Instead of Waiting in a Web
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If you're not a big fan of spiders, brace yourself, because the Brazilian wandering spider we're about to go into a lot of detail about one of the most dangerous spiders on the planet. With a venom that can cause intense pain and even some serious medical conditions, it's no wonder people give these critters a wide berth.
Do You Know If These Garden Bugs Are Helpful or Harmful?
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There is no doubt that bugs love gardens. Gardeners know, however, that not every bug should be welcomed with open arms. Do you know enough about bugs AND gardening to say which of these bugs are helpful and which are harmful to garden plants? Dig into the quiz and find out.
A Pit Viper Snake Can 'See' You, Even in the Dark
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Pit vipers also carry venom in twin glands behind their eyes, delivered through movable fangs that can be folded up against the roof of their mouth.
8 of the Scariest Animals for Pure Nightmare Fuel
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Scariness is subjective, both overall and in the animal kingdom: Some people are terrified of spiders, others are afraid of rabbits. However, certain features can make an animal look more threatening, such as a huge mouth, sharp teeth or enormous size.