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Pangolin: The Endangered Species With a Misleading Nickname
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This "scaly anteater" is one of the most trafficked mammals in the world. Learn more about the pangolin, from its diet to illegal trade and what's being done to protect pangolin species today.
Bandicoots Survived Eons of Changing Climates, But This Time It's Different
New findings about ancient, extinct Australasian bandicoot and bilby species underscore how dire things are today when even survivors like these are struggling.
Meet Gigantopithecus, the Extinct Giant Orangutan in 'The Jungle Book'
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In the 2016 Disney version of 'The Jungle Book,' an extinct ape called Gigantopithecus appears. Learn more in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
How 'Tremors' Graboids Work
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Graboids, from the film Tremors, are man-eating worms that live in Nevada. Learn about the science of Graboids in this article.
Hammerhead Worms Are Toxic and Invasive, But Are They Dangerous?
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Hammerhead worms are toxic but not particularly dangerous — unless, of course, you eat too many of them.
The Pink Fairy Armadillo Is as Mystifying as Its Name
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The pink fairy armadillo looks like something out of a children's book and is so rare that very few people have ever seen one.
How to Create a Backyard Wildlife Habitat
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Knowing how to create a backyard wildlife habitat is an easy way to attract animals to your yard and help the environment at once.
Can You Name These Disney Movies If We Give You Three Random Characters?
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Woody and Baloo and Mufasa ... Oh my! Disney fans, do you have what it takes to ace this quiz? Hint: what it takes is a healthy obsession with Disney characters.
The A to Z Knowledge Quiz
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Calling all trivia lovers out there! Do you have a treasure trove of info up there in your brain? Let's see if your knowledge would encompass stuff from A to Z! It's time to test that with this fun quiz. Open it up and take a chance!
7 of the 10 Hottest Countries in the World Are on 1 Continent
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Did you know that some places on Earth can get so hot that local wildlife has evolved specifically to survive the extreme conditions? In these regions, the heat isn't just a summer wave; it's a constant presence.