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If a giraffe's neck only has seven vertebrae, how is it so flexible?
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A good portion of a giraffe's height comes from its statuesque neck. But how do these lanky creatures get their necks in such pretzel-like positions?
How does the spine form?
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Ever wonder how the spine forms? It has to develop in the right way to hold your body together. Learn how your spine forms at HowStuffWorks.
Why Don't Manx Cats Have Tails?
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The most obvious feature of Manx cats is their lack of a tail, but there is a lot more to them than that, including the fact that they have dog-like personalities and make great pets.
Meet Palaeophis Colossaeus, the Largest Sea Snake of All Time
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If you like swimming in the ocean, you'll probably be glad to hear that Palaeophis colossaeus, a 40-foot sea snake, has been extinct for millions of years.
Snake Anatomy 101: What Makes a Snake, Inside and Out
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Unlike most other animals, snakes do not have limbs to help them get from one place to another. Instead, they slither — but there's a little more to snake anatomy than how they move. Finely tuned for survival, snakes have specialized anatomy that let them thrive in diverse environments.
How to Treat a Cat That has a Broken Back
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Cats often fall and land on their paws. Sometimes serious injuries occur, such as a broken back. Learn to treat a cat that has a broken back.
Barapasaurus
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Barapasaurus is named for a word meaning "big leg" in a local dialect in central India. Learn more about Barapasaurus and Barapasaurus behavior.
Why is sitting in a chair for long periods bad for your back?
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You may have heard that sitting is bad for your back, but did you know it can cause back strain? Read how sitting is bad for you back in long stretches.
Supersaurus
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Supersaurus was a sauropod of spectacular proportions. Learn more about the Supersaurus, Late Jurassic dinosaurs, and dinosaurs of all eras.
The Ultimate Giraffe Quiz
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The giraffe is the tallest living animal and inhabits areas south of the Sahara. Take this quiz to learn more about these graceful, gentle creatures.