The Reason Dodo Birds Went Extinct Is More Depressing Than You Thought
One of the most infamous cautionary tales of humanity's follies, the reasons behind the extinction of the dodo are even more depressing than you may realize.
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The Adaptations Of Chameleons
Chameleons are very unique creatures, known for how they can change colors. But that ability isn't the only interesting adaptation they've acquired.
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What Are The Red Panda's Adaptations?
Red pandas are famously fluffy, but there's more to them than just their vibrantly colored fur. They've actually adapted quite well to their lifestyle.
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Plants In A Coral Reef
Coral reefs are known for being vibrantly beautiful, colorful ecosystems, and it turns out they also play host to a diverse set of marine life.
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Theories Why These 7 Prehistoric Elephants Went Extinct
The world used to have far more than the current three species of elephants, and researchers have theories why these seven prehistoric species went extinct.
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How To Distinguish A Male & Female Chickadee
Chickadees are adorably tiny birds but it may be difficult to distinguish the males from the females. But that's not to say it's impossible.
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5 Worlds Where Extraterrestrial Life Could Be Hiding
Life is tenacious and the universe is vast, so some are confident that extraterrestrial life is hiding out there. These worlds are the top contenders.
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10 Extinct Creatures That Would Destroy Earth Today
Evolution has produced a steady stream of now-extinct terrifying creatures, but if they were around today, some could destroy the Earth as we know it.
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What Would Happen If Bees Went Extinct?
It turns out bees are responsible for a lot more than just making honey. In fact, if bees were to disappear, it could lead to some catastrophic outcomes.
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Diagram Of The Parts Of A Flower
It's hard to deny that flowers are beautiful pieces of the natural world, but they also do serve a function for many plants. Here's how they work.
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The Pros & Cons Of Cloning
While cloning sounds like a thing of science fiction, it's actually possible and comes with potential benefits. But there are no shortage of downsides, as well.
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The Crocodile Color So Rare You've Probably Never Seen It
Crocodiles are hardy creatures, yet even these tenacious reptiles surprised researchers after a group was found in a dark cave with a unique color scheme.
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Advantages & Disadvantages Of Selective Breedings
Selective breeding is a technique that's meant to enhance more desirable traits in a species. That sounds simple, but it's more complicated than it might seem.
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5 Species That Could Dominate Earth If Humans Go Extinct
It may seem like humans are supreme among all of Earth's creatures, but some other species are quite capable of dominating the planet if we were to go extinct.
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Reptiles That Give Live Birth
Most of the time, when thinking of reptiles, you probably imagine them laying eggs, but that's not always accurate. Some of them actually do give live birth.
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List Of Fish That Are Bottom Feeders
The fish that feed at the bottom of bodies of water have adapted to the very particular life they lead. Here are a few of these unique species of fish.
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What We Know About The Animals Evolving At Chernobyl
The Chernobyl nuclear power plant has been abandoned by humans for decades, but the animals never left. The ways they have been adapting are surprising.
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How To Identify Snake Eggs
If you were to come upon some unidentified eggs, you would probably want to know what kind of animal laid them. If they're snake eggs, here's how you can tell.
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The Animal With The Most Powerful Punch Could Fit Inside Your Pocket
There are plenty of scary creatures on Earth (and especially in the ocean), but one of the most powerful might come as a surprise. After all, it's pretty tiny.
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Animals In The Temperate Rainforest Biome
Temperate rainforests are rather unique biomes, and no shortage of fascinating species call these places home. Here are the details of a few of those species.
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5 Times Scientists Fought Back Against Invasive Species And Actually Won
Invasive species can be quite dangerous, putting entire ecosystems at risk with just their simple presence. But sometimes, researchers are able to fight back.
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Giant Footprints Reveal Another Hadrosaur Larger Than T-Rex
While the T-Rex is famous for its fearsome stature, recent research has shown that it wasn't actually the largest dinosaur. Nowhere near it, in fact.
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Not Even A Nuclear Blast Could Stop One 290 Million-Year-Old Tree Species
The destruction wrought on Japan by the atomic bomb in 1945 can't be understated. Yet, these trees somehow survived to become symbols of peace and hope.
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How To Identify Spiders With White Spots
Whether you like or hate spiders, they're certainly a memorable species. And if you're looking at one with white spots, here's how you can identify it.
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How DNA Evidence Finally Exposed The Potential Identity Of Jack The Ripper
The case of Jack the Ripper is one of the most infamous unsolved murder cases in history, and DNA analysis might have revealed a suspect. But there's a catch.
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Alexithymia: The Obscure Phenomenon That Affects 10 Percent Of The Population
Psychology can be a pretty complicated thing, and that's doubly true of alexithymia, a condition that those who have it might find it difficult to describe.
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The Remarkable Comeback Story For One Of North America's Most Endangered Mammals
Usually, when a creature is considered extinct, it's thought to be gone forever. But that's not true of this species, which has defied the odds at every turn.
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