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The Bull Snake Is All Bark and No (Venomous) Bite

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Bull snakes (Pituophis catenifer sayi), sometimes generalized as gopher snakes, are among the largest and most powerful nonvenomous snakes in North America. The heavy-bodied bull snake is often mistaken for a rattlesnake due to its size and defensive behaviors, but it's completely harmless to humans.

Bushmaster Snake Births Live Young, Then Promptly Leaves

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The bushmaster snake, belonging to the genus Lachesis, is one of the most remarkable and intimidating reptiles in the Western Hemisphere. As one of the longest and largest venomous snakes in the world, the bushmaster has earned a fearsome reputation.

The Frilled Shark Has a 3-Year Pregnancy Before Giving Birth

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The frilled shark (Chlamydoselachus anguineus), also known as the scaffold shark, is often called a "living fossil." This ancient shark has remained largely unchanged for millions of years, offering us a glimpse into the distant past. It's the only living species from its family of sharks.

Meet Gigantopithecus, the Extinct Giant Orangutan in 'The Jungle Book'

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The character of King Louie gets a serious primate upgrade in the new Disney live-action-meets-CGI film. Did the ape also serve as inspiration for sasquatch and yeti?

African Rock Python: A Snake That Eats Crocodiles for Lunch

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The African rock python has a diet of large animals that include crocodiles and warthogs. Learn how this giant snake is capable of eating even larger prey.

Black Mamba Fact vs. Fiction: Mythical Size and a Kiss of Death

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While the black mamba possesses a lethal bite and formidable hunting skills, the snake's size and speed fall short of its legendary reputation.

Edmi

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The edmi is also known as the mountain gazelle. Learn more about the edmi at HowStuffWorks.

Gharial: The Rare Crocodilian With an Extremely Narrow Snout

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The gharial is one of the rarest and most unusual-looking crocodilian species on the planet. Learn more about this unique species and discover what conservation groups are doing to protect gharial populations.

Congo Snake: Legendary Serpent or Common Python?

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The Congo snake, often shrouded in mystery and myth, has captured the imagination of people around the world, particularly with tales of a giant snake reportedly sighted by Belgian pilot Colonel Remy Van Lierde during a mission in the 1950s.

10 Cool Animals That Stand Out in a Crowd

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Animal have some amazing skills. Read on to see which animals have the most amazing skills.

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