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Some shells are so small they can hardly be seen without a microscope; the largest shell, that of the giant clam, may be four feet wide and weigh 500 pounds.
ANIMAL FACTS
Learn about some of the strange and unusual facts and terms in the animal kingdom.
Top 100 Dog Breeds
Meet the Top 100 Dog Breeds
What makes these breeds so special? Take a fun and expert look. Then find out which breed is best for you.
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All About the Audubon Society FundThe Audubon Society promotes legislation that protects wildlife, birds and the ecosystems that support them. Learn about the society's past and present. See more »
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Are zoos good or bad for animals?As you visit each amazing exhibit at your local zoo, do you ever feel a twinge of guilt or remorse when watching these enclosed creatures? Are zoos helping or hurting animals? See more »
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Can piranhas really strip a cow to the bone in under a minute?Ever since Teddy Roosevelt witnessed a piranha feeding frenzy, the fish have been known as fearsome predators. But can they really strip a cow to the bone? See more »
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Do all creatures sleep?Sleep might seem pretty simple, but scientists are still scratching their heads over questions surrounding the slumbering state. What does sleep mean to a whale, a brown bat, a migratory bird or even an invertebrate? See more »
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Do animals have emotions?Your kitten's strange faces and chirps might seem perfectly intelligible, but how much meaning can you really read into them? Can animals display happiness, sadness, empathy or fear? See more »
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Do animals have personalities?Well, duh. Of course animals have personalities, right? Find out how scientists are proving what pets owners have always suspected: animals -- both pets and wild animals -- possess personality. See more »
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Do coyotes and badgers work together to find food?Some things just make sense together. Peanut butter and jelly. Summer and swimsuits. Michael Scott and Dwight Schrute. But coyotes and badgers? This unlikely partnership is actually a surefire thing when it comes to catching a tasty dinner. See more »
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How do animals communicate?All animals might not be able to speak, but they certainly have other ways of communicating. How do animals pass on information to their own species, and how do they pick up cues from other members of the animal kingdom? See more »
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How many insects are there on Earth?Whether you're talking about a swarm of bees buzzing about, a cluster of butterflies sucking down nectar or a nest of cockroaches hidden in a corner of your house, insects are really plentiful. How plentiful? See more »
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Top 5 Animal Attack VideosAnimals attacks can all too often prove deadly when an animal perceives a human as a threat, as food or otherwise. Check out our top 5 animal attack videos and be careful out there in the wild. See more »
