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Can You Identify All of These Coniferous Trees?
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Conifers conjure up winter scenes with snow and the winter holiday season. But did you know there are some coniferous trees that can't handle the snow? There are even some that thrive in arid regions! If you think know your cones, then take this quiz!
Why You Should Love the Much-maligned Magpie
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Magpies are much-maligned as harbingers of doom, thieves of shiny objects and songbird eggs, but they're smart, monogamous for life and actually hold funerals for one another.
What Is the Oldest Tree in the World?
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In the quest for the title of world's oldest tree, there's some stiff competition, as well as questions surrounding the way we define "oldest."
Faucet Repair Guide: How to Repair a Leaky Faucet
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Faucets are a key part of your home for an obvious reason: They dispense water. Therefore, keeping your faucets in working condition is of great importance. Learn how to repair a leaky faucet.
Locked and Loaded: Take a Shot at Our Firearms Quiz
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Cannons, howitzers and other artillery pieces produce more bang for the buck, but they're not so easy to carry in a holster. That's why armies need firearms. Now it's time to see if you're a firearms fanatic or a fizzling dud.
Is Africa Splitting in Two? Really? Here's the Scoop
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The notion of Africa splitting has the attention scientists and geologists worldwide, as the Great Rift Valley stretches and tears at the Earth's crust.
Top 10 Ideas for Small Water Features
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We can't all install an Olympic-sized swimming pool in our backyards, but that doesn't mean water features are totally out of the question. How can you use a waterfall, rock pond or birdbath to help enhance your outdoor space?
How to Install a Fountain
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Installing a fountain can be somewhat difficult if you don't know the proper steps to take. Learn about how to install a fountain at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Identify These 40 Common Plants in Five Minutes?
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From the desert to mountain tops to sandy beaches to right here in your home, plants are everywhere! There may be too many in the world to remember, but surely you have a green enough thumb to pass this quiz!
All About the Audubon Society Fund
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The Audubon Society was founded to promote legislation that protects birds, wildlife and the ecosystems that support them. Learn about the Audubon Society.