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Survival of the Fetus: Why Males Have it So Rough
By Robert Roy Britt last updated
Male fetuses are wimps, and a new study suggests a mother's body will purposely abort a male when times are tough.
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By Elizabeth Howell published
Deals Gaze at nature or space for $42 less on a binocular already optimized for the discount market.
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By Elizabeth Howell published
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Sharks: Facts about the ocean's apex predators
By Michael Dhar published
Sharks are a diverse group of often-misunderstood fish. Learn more about these predators, including their evolution, habitat, diet and behavior.
What is forest bathing?
By Kirsten McEwan published
Forest bathing, or shinrin-yoku, originated in Japan.
'Informational simplicity' may explain why nature favors symmetry
By Cameron Duke published
Symmetry is so common in biology because life favors simple structures over complex ones.
The meaning of colors: How 8 colors became symbolic
By Natalie Wolchover, Scott Dutfield published
Reference How can red mean love AND war? Why is purple royal? Life's Little Mysteries answers these questions and more.
What are the largest rainforests in the world?
By Patrick Pester published
Rainforests are home to half of the world's plant and animal species. Here are the five largest rainforests in the world.
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