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9 Enormous Facts About Sperm Whales, Gigantic Creatures of the Sea
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Sperm whales are one of the largest creatures in the ocean. And they have the biggest brain on the planet. So are they also the smartest? We'll tell you.
How Do Whales Sleep? They're Always Half Awake (Literally)
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It’s a question that puzzles many ocean lovers: How do whales sleep without drowning? Unlike us, whales are voluntary breathers, meaning they have to consciously come up for their next breath. That makes their sleeping habits pretty unique among marine mammals.
How Often Do Whales Come Up for Air?
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If you’ve ever watched whales surfacing with a dramatic blow from their blowholes, you’ve probably wondered: How often do whales come up for air?
Are You a Shark, Dolphin or Whale, Based on Your Myers-Briggs Personality?
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The seas are full of graceful creatures with fins. Some of them are majestic. Some are playful and intelligent. Some will eat you alive! Take our Myers-Briggs Personality Test and we'll tell you which marine animal you are!
Top 5 Ways Nature Has Inspired Technology
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Some of the newest ideas in technology come from very old ideas -- they're inspired by nature. How do the plants and animals around us give engineers ideas?
Can You Name All 40 of These Mammals?
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Calling all animal lovers! Do you know your mammals like a zoologist does? They're not all as cuddly as cats and dogs, but they're warm-blooded and hairy - even the dolphins! Prove your animal awareness with this merry mammal quiz!
Can You Match the Predator to Its Prey?
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Calling all nature lovers! Think you can ace this one? We'll show you an image of a typical prey, and you tell us what their predator is. Game!
Sea Turtles Are Making a Huge Comeback, Thanks to the Endangered Species Act
The U.S. Endangered Species Act, passed in 1973 has been a resounding success. HowStuffWorks looks at the astounding numbers.
Seals Clap Underwater to Communicate
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HowStuffWorks looks at the phenomenon of grey seals clapping underwater and asks why they do it.
How 15 Winter Animals Survive Frigid Temperatures
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Winter animals have to be resilient to endure cold temperatures and adapt to food scarcity in order to survive in extreme environments.