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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.
The Saola Is Southeast Asia's 'Unicorn'
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The saola, also known as the Asian unicorn, is one of the rarest animals in the world. Not only is it critically endangered, but the saola is famously secretive; very little is known about it. There are no saola in captivity and the last categorically documented saola sighting was in 2013.
This Gorgeous New Sea Slug Species Needs a Name
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A new species of nudibranch in Australia will be named by contest. Learn more about this sea slug naming contest in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Christmas Cactus vs. Thanksgiving Cactus: What the Schlumbergera?
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At first glance, the Christmas cactus vs. Thanksgiving cactus debate might seem trivial. But for houseplant lovers and holiday decorators, knowing the difference between these popular holiday cacti is key to enjoying their vibrant blooms during the festive season.
Chamomile: Herbal Remedies
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Chamomile can be used in herbal remedies to treat stomach and intestinal cramps. Learn how to make a medcinal, herbal chamomile tea.
How Australia's King Brown Snake Got Its Name
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The king brown snake, also known as the mulga, occupies many regions of Australia and is partial to the most arid regions.
18 Tropical Rainforest Animals You Should Know
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A rainforest is simply a forest that receives a lot of rain. But when you think "rainforest," the image that comes to mind is probably a tropical rainforest: one located near the equator, between the Tropic of Capricorn and the Tropic of Cancer.