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Does the Bunyip Really Haunt the Australian Wetlands?
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The bunyip is a cryptid from Australian mythology that lives in wetlands, billabongs and rivers Down Under. But is the bunyip real or just another legend?
The Ultimate Bat Quiz
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Bats are the only mammals that hang upside down. Did you know that bats are generally not dangerous and, in fact is are often helpful to humans? Take this quiz to learn more about bats.
Groundhogs Are More Than Just Meteorologists
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Groundhogs are omnivorous and hibernate for three months out of every year. HowStuffWorks gets to know more about these little mammals.
It's Gardening Season: 5 Tips to Keep Squirrels Out
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Squirrels aren't going anywhere. HowStuffWorks looks at how gardeners and these pesky critters can get along peacefully, in the same yard.
Can You Identify These Texas Animals?
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From the forests of the Piney Woods in East Texas to the plains and mountains of Big Bend Country in West Texas, the Lone Star State is littered with intriguing animals. Here's your chance to identify them.
From Servals to Pythons: The Exotic Pets Quiz
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Lots of people have cats and dogs, but a few adventurous pet owners crave something a little less common. Do you prefer a raccoon to a retriever or a squirrel to a Siamese cat? If so, test your knowledge with this quiz.
Easy Nature Activities for Kids
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Easy nature activities for kids take them outside to learn and have fun, from hollow logs, tree limbs and more. Learn easy nature activities for kids.
How Did Weasels Get Such a Bad Rap?
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Weasels are cute little rodents, but they have a reputation for being one of the worst of the mammals. HowStuffWorks explains how they got a bad rap.
What Caused the Mysterious Carolina Bays?
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Some say UFOs, while others say a meteor strike formed the Carolina Bays. Whatever created these isolated ponds and wetlands across North and South Carolina left a wondrous ecosystem that is in dire need of protection.
Do Backyard Chickens Make Eggcellent Pets?
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A lot of people are raising chickens on their own these days. Are these birds really all they're cracked up to be?