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More Fat to the Fire Please; Adaptations for Staying Alive in High Elevations

A lot of times you’ll see scientific studies in the news that point out how similar other animals are to humans. Whether it be self-recognition and intelligence in dolphins, apes and elephants or genetic traits conserved through the eons that … Continue reading

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No Bones About It; Foot Structure Helps Make a Sprinter

As a general rule, everything on this planet is adapted to do what they do best. Beavers have giant teeth that continue to grow throughout their entire lives so that they can chomp down trees. Owls have giant, brilliant eyes … Continue reading

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