The Banana Plant is not a Tree
Banana plants, with their tall and majestic appearance, often deceive people into believing that they are trees. However, these tropical
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The lesser mouse-deer (Tragulus kanchil)
The lesser mouse-deer (Tragulus kanchil), also known as the lesser Malay chevrotain or kanchil, is a small even-toed ungulate in
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The Unlikely Relationship Between Opossums and Snake Venom
Opossums are fascinating creatures that are well-known for their ability to resist the toxic effects of venom from venomous snakes,
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Anise Seeds: The Little Powerhouses with Big Benefits
Star anise have been used for centuries for their aromatic flavor and medicinal properties. Although star anise are often confused
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Capturing Light: How the Human Eye and Black Holes Are Alike
The human eye and black holes are two vastly contrasting objects that surprisingly share a common trait: their ability to
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Chemical Engineering in the Wild: The Defense Mechanism of Asian Bombardier Beetles
Asian bombardier beetles are a unique group of insects known for their impressive defense mechanism against predators. These beetles have
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The Fungus That Can Control the Minds of Ants
Imagine a fungus that can infect an ant, take control of its behavior, and ultimately kill it. This might sound
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A Journey into the Invisible World: 2022 Photomicrography competition
Have you ever wanted to see what the world looks like at a microscopic level? With photomicrography, you can do
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The Colugo: A Unique and Fascinating Glider of Southeast Asia
The colugo, or flying lemur, is a unique and fascinating mammal found in Southeast Asia. Despite its name, it is
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Green Globe Trotters: The Many Ways Plants Disperse Their Seeds
Plants are the masters of survival and reproduction, and they have developed some truly ingenious ways of dispersing their seeds
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