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Tarzan Chameleon Found

The discovery on Madagascar of the new species—given away by its flat snout—is a "Tarzan yell for conservation," a new study says.
Lizard Evolving for Live Birth

A skink species lays eggs on coasts but births babies in mountains, giving a glimpse of how placentas evolved, scientists say.
Pictures: World's Biggest Tent

Kazakhstan's new Khan Shatyr evokes a traditional dwelling but boasts futuristic fancies such as an indoor "beach," a monorail, and more.
First Feast for the Dead?

Packed with tortoise "leftovers," the earliest known shaman's burial hints that the first villagers made peace by partying.
"Firecane" Myth Busted

Flaming, oily hurricanes and "black rain" are no danger to Gulf residents on Katrina's fifth anniversary—or to anyone, anywhere, experts say.
"Morning Person" Gene Found in Hair

Early bird or late riser? The mysteries of your body clock may be unlocked by the hairs on your head, a new study says.
"Snot Otter" Sperm to Save Giant?

To save North America's biggest salamander, conservationists are freezing its sperm, which luckily isn't too hard to obtain.
Bacteria Can Smell

The single-celled organisms can detect the aroma of ammonia, says a new study that suggests the sense of smell evolved earlier than thought.
Friday the 13th Fears Explained

They date back to at least ancient Roman times, but Friday the 13th superstitions only get one chance to wreak havoc this year.
Nano "Wiretap" Spies on Cells

A new transistor smaller than a virus can enter a cell harmlessly and "listen in" on crucial body functions, a new study says.
Oyster Herpes: Symptom of Warming?

Don't worry—it isn't a side effect of eating seafood. But a virulent new herpes strain could be spreading as seas warm, experts say.
Photos: "Ghostly" Robot Debuts

Part phone, part ventriloquist's dummy, the Telenoid R1 robot can stand in for distant relatives, friends, or teachers, its creators say.
Fossil "Cat Crocodile" Discovered

With mammal-like teeth, the cat-size fossil croc could chew—unlike any known reptiles. Adding to the oddity: long legs and a dog-like nose.
Jumbo Squid Flash in Rare Video

Filmed away from humans for the first time, jumbo squid light up during an expedition that also found them to have superstrong bites.
Alligator "Feeding Frenzy" Filmed

In a new viral video a fisher boats through hundreds of hyped-up alligators, who show true teamwork, experts say.

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Double-Clawed Dino Found

The "stocky dragon" had several interesting features, and it sheds some light on how and where these dinos developed.
Space Unicorn's Close-Up

There's a unicorn in outer space that holds a rose and a star that rings like a bell, and that's no fairy tale.
The Bear and the Anteater

Aesop wishes he'd seen this one. Find out what caused these two critters to show up on a camera trap together.

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"Firecane" Myth Busted

Flaming, oily hurricanes and "black rain" are no danger to Gulf residents on Katrina's fifth anniversary—or to anyone, anywhere, experts say.
22-Mile Oil Plume Found

A giant plume from the Gulf spill has been confirmed deep in the ocean—and it may stick around, a new study says.

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