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Koala hands are pretty different from those of other animals. First, each front paw features two thumbs, which facilitate climbing eucalyptus trees. They are also one of the very few species of animals to sport individual fingerprints (humans, chimpanzees, and gorillas are the others). Pretty cool! #koala #animals #didyouknow #science #themoreyouknow #howstuffworks | Howstuffworks
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Koala hands are pretty different from those of other animals. First, each front paw features two thumbs, which facilitate climbing eucalyptus trees. They are also one of the very few species of animals to sport individual fingerprints (humans, chimpanzees, and gorillas are the others). Pretty cool! #koala #animals #didyouknow #science #themoreyouknow #howstuffworks | Howstuffworks
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Ever seen a crocodile stick out its tongue? Nope—and you never will. Their tongues are locked in place by a membrane on the roof of their mouth. It helps them snap jaws shut underwater without biting their own tongue off. #TheMoreYouKnow #HowStuffWorks #Animals #Crocodile | Howstuffworks
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Ever seen a crocodile stick out its tongue? Nope—and you never will. Their tongues are locked in place by a membrane on the roof of their mouth. It helps them snap jaws shut underwater without biting their own tongue off. #TheMoreYouKnow #HowStuffWorks #Animals #Crocodile | Howstuffworks
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These pups will cost you a pretty penny, but they are SO cute! #dogs #animals | Howstuffworks
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These pups will cost you a pretty penny, but they are SO cute! #dogs #animals | Howstuffworks
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Think you’ve got what it takes to survive in subzero temps? These tundra animals do it every day. From Arctic foxes to snowy owls, these creatures thrive in the coldest climates. Learn more: https://pulse.ly/poy2nzi2ap | Howstuffworks
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Think you’ve got what it takes to survive in subzero temps? These tundra animals do it every day. From Arctic foxes to snowy owls, these creatures thrive in the coldest climates. Learn more: https://pulse.ly/poy2nzi2ap | Howstuffworks
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You may be surprised to learn that the snow leopard is not actually a leopard. Snow leopards are more closely related to tigers than leopards. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/snow-leopard.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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You may be surprised to learn that the snow leopard is not actually a leopard. Snow leopards are more closely related to tigers than leopards. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/snow-leopard.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Imagine something that weighs more than a full-grown black bear, slithering through the swamps of tropical South America. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/snakes/anaconda-snake.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Did you know the most dangerous animal in the world isn't a lion or shark, but something much smaller? The most dangerous and venomous animals might surprise you. | Howstuffworks
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The green anaconda is the heaviest snake species on Earth. These colossal serpents slither through the waterways of South America, intimidating our imaginations with their immense size and power. A notable specimen known as Ana Julia measured 20.7 feet (6.3 meters) and weighed 440 pounds (200 kilograms). Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/snakes/largest-anaconda.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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The African bush elephant is the world's strongest animal in terms of brute strength, able to lift an astounding 13,230 pounds (6,000 kg). That's comparable to the weight of about four and a half Honda Civics. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/strongest-animal-in-the-world.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Did you know that the whale shark is the largest living shark species? Learn More: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/marine-life/types-of-sharks.htm?utm_source=facebook #whaleshark #whalesharks #whalesharkswimming #sharks | Howstuffworks
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Safe to say these animals won’t be getting MacArthur Genius Grants anytime soon. Intelligence in the animal kingdom is diverse and each of these animals adapt in their own way. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/wild-animals/what-is-the-dumbest-animal.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Meet Sampson, a shire horse born in 1846 that weighed in at 3,360 pounds and stood over 7 feet tall! After Guinness World Records named him the tallest horse, Sampson earned an appropriate new nickname: Mammoth. | Howstuffworks
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Where the buffalo roam ... or bison roam? There are a few key differences between bison and buffalo, especially regarding looks. Fun fact: The “American buffalo” is actually a bison — so why do so many people continue to confuse these two animals? Find out here: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/bison-vs-buffalo.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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This weird-looking shark is known as a basking shark. 🦈 This shark uses its giant mouth to eat plankton, similar to the whale shark. Link for more about sharks: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/marine-life/types-of-sharks.htm?utm_source=facebook #sharks #sharkscience #baskingshark #baskingsharks #wildlife #science | Howstuffworks
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The Nile crocodile holds the title for the strongest bite, exerting a force of 5,000 PSI. This sheer force allows them to easily crush the bones of their prey, making them one of the most formidable predators on the planet. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/strongest-animal-in-the-world.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Quite possibly the deadliest snake in the world due to its extremely potent venom, Australia's inland taipan is scientifically touted as the world's most venomous snake. This snake's unique venom contains the enzyme hyaluronidase, which spreads the toxins throughout the victim's body, leading to a quick death. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/snakes/deadliest-snake-in-world.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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No, you can't visit. Snake Island, also known as Ilha da Queimada Grande, located off the coast of Brazil, is home to some of the most venomous snakes in the world. The most famous snake on the island, the golden lancehead, has a potent venom that can cause severe symptoms, including blood clots and hemorrhaging. Visiting this island is illegal, due to safety and conservation reasons. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/snakes/snake-island.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Talk about keeping your distance! The black-necked spitting cobra is known for its unique defense mechanism: It spits venom with impressive accuracy up to 8 feet away (1.8 to 2.4 meters). It is native to southern Africa, particularly Namibia and Angola. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/snakes/black-snake.htm?utm_source=facebook #snakes #snakesofig #snakesofinsta #nature #wildlife | Howstuffworks
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Scientists long believed that chameleons change colors similar to the way octopuses switch shades, but biologists and physicists recently realized that something else entirely is going on. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/animal-facts/chameleons-change-colors.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Ever wondered what sets a cheetah apart from a leopard? It's more than just their spots! Cheetahs are built for speed with solid black spots all over their bodies and tear marks around their eyes to reduce sun glare, while leopards have rosette patterns perfect for blending into dense foliage. Click here to learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/mammals/cheetah-vs-leopard.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Standing up to 5 feet (1.5 meters) tall with a wingspan that can reach 8 feet (2.4 meters) these birds sport a beak that has reminded many of a dutch clog. The shoebill is native to the remote, marshy freshwater swamps of East Africa and prefers to do its hunting in the floating vegetation and shallow water. Learn More: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/birds/shoebill-stork.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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Just like us, animals can showcase remarkable problem-solving skills, emotional intelligence and even self-awareness. Here we look at some of the smartest species in the animal kingdom. | Howstuffworks
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Just add the mass murder of ants to the long list of things scientists don't understand about camel spiders. But remember — even though you may find some of their behaviors unsettling, they can't hurt you. Camel spiders are aggressive, but they're also nonvenomous, meaning they don't have venom glands either, so a bite won't be fatal. Learn more: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/arachnids/camel-spiders.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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That's a lot of lemmings! Lemmings play an important role in the life and breeding activities of the snowy owl Learn More: https://animals.howstuffworks.com/birds/snowy-owl.htm?utm_source=facebook | Howstuffworks
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