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The fascinating story of how scientists unraveled DNA's double helix

Today is the 65th anniversary since the discovery!

What are some pollinating animals -- other than bees

There are heaps of other important pollinators!

Debunking some misconceptions about evolution

Sometimes, it's good to remember that even evolution doesn't want you to be perfect. Good enough is just fine.

The Fascinating and Beautiful, Yet Not So Cute Cuttlefish

A truly bizarre marine creature.

Dogs in space: the adventures of the U.S.S.R. canine cosmonauts

A big step for canine-kind.

The Bacteria Files: Pseudomonas -- What it is and why you should know about it

A tiny, resourceful, and potentially dangerous bacteria.

10 of the Weirdest Prehistoric Creatures

Eons ago, many millennia before written history, bizarre animals roamed the Earth.

What's the difference between weather and climate? Here's why it matters

Everything you wanted to know about climate. No -- really.

17 Pictures that will make you want to become a Geologist

Geology just rocks!

The difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

Big differences hide in tiny things.

Curious facts about red pandas

Fascinating creatures that have been confusing biologists for centuries.

Why does electricity hum -- and why is it a B flat in the US, and a G in Europe?

Who knew sound and current can intertwine so much?

How to create deliciousness -- the chemistry behind cooking

Who doesn't love a good meal?

What's the difference between diffusion and osmosis

Both are passive transport processes that are essential to both living and non-living systems.

Do fish have feelings? Science suggests so

Not only do fish have feelings, but this ability might have evolved hundreds of millions of years ago.

What did the first trees look like?

Their anatomy was staggeringly complex, like intricate pipe works.

What is convergent evolution: how unrelated animals can look almost identical

It's crazy how similar they look!

Are viruses alive?

The answer has stumped scientists for decades.

The most expensive fungus in the world: a dead caterpillar that sells for 50,000 USD a pound

It's also known as the "Viagra of the Himalayas".

Mimicry at its finest -- or why this is not a snake

Disclaimer: this is not an actual snake.

How science knows when nations are testing nuclear bombs -- even when they are lying

We can't deduce everything, but we can deduce A LOT.

How alleles make us who we are

It has to do with your parents, and a bit of luck.

What is THC: the main psychoactive ingredient in marijuana

THC has beneficial health outcomes but also carries risks. Let's see what the science says about it.

Why do bachelors exist in the animal world?

Those majestic lions, with a harem of females? They're just compensating for something.

Kiwi birds facts: some of the most unique birds

Find out why!

Here's where you'd end up if you dug straight through the Earth

Spoiler alert: it's probably not China. Or Australia.

What is petroleum, and where does it come from?

You gotta crack some plankton to make crude oil.

What is the Venus Flytrap: the complete guide

“This plant, commonly called Venus’ fly-trap,” Darwin wrote in 1875, “is one of the most wonderful in the world.”

Dinosaur videos -- Diving deep into the Mesozoic

Dinosaur videos are always relevant for science fans.

How amber forms -- nature's time capsule

It takes millions of years!

What is the Wilson Cycle? The builder and slayer of supercontinents

There're two ways you can find out how supercontinents form. Reading this is the one where you don't have to wait millions of years.

The Rock Cycle

Geological cycles rock.

What exactly is a photon? Definition, properties, facts

Let's shine some light on the matter.

What is Poison Oak and why should I stay away from it?

Identify it, understand what it does, and why not -- respect it.

Why the Great Barrier Reef is dying and why we should care

Hint: it mostly has to do with climate change.

Do volcanoes really emit more CO2 than humans?

Volcanoes emit a significant amount of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, but nowhere near what humans emit.

What is CRISPR gene editing: definition, importance, how it works

What you need to know.

Some of the most stunning spiders to feast your eyes upon

Bet you've never seen anything like them.

How animals see the world

Ever wonder how animals see? This is your chance!

How to identify granites

There's a rocky road ahead of us!

Why woodpeckers don't get headaches

The woodpecker's skull is simply built different.

Why we shouldn't bring back the mammoth and other extinct animals

Ice Age Park would be cool, but...

Amazing myths and facts about crocodiles

From Herodotus two thousand years ago to school textbooks of the 1990s, people have called crocodilians not just lazy, but stupid. This is completely untrue!

5 romantic animals that mate for life

There are some that you wouldn't expect.

Sink your teeth into some cool facts about sharks

Learn more about these fascinating fish!

Meet the deadliest tree in the world. It's so dangerous you could die just by standing underneath it

The story of the manchineel -- a tree that grows on the coast of tropical locations -- and why should stay the heck away from it.

What sound is (and why it can topple buildings)

How it forms, how we hear it, and what it can do.

Not your average "Jaws": common shark myths revealed

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17 Unrealistic Creatures That Actually Exist

A celebration of biodiversity on our planet.

Meet your maker: 5 ways humans are making animals extinct

Plus a look at some of the animals that have recently been lost from the planet.