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Herbivores: Facts About Plant EatersAn herbivore is an animal or insect that only eats vegetation, such as grasses, fruits, leaves, vegetables, roots and bulbs.
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Food Labels: Definition of Natural & Organic"Natural" and "organic" are common on food labels, but the terms can be confusing. There are, however, specific definitions for each term.
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Facts About SheepThere are thousands of breeds of domestic sheep, and at least four species of wild sheep.
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Facts About RaccoonsThe masked bandits of the animal kingdom they live in a wide range of climates and habitats.
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Facts About WombatsWombats are small marsupials that look like a cross between a bear, a pig and a gopher.
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Facts About SalamandersSalamanders are amphibians that look like a cross between a frog and a lizard. Species include newts, mudpuppies and hellbenders.
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Facts about dingoesThe dingo is a wild, medium-size canine that has roamed Australia for thousands of years.
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Mongoose FactsThe mongoose is a long, furry creature with a legendary reputation as a ferocious snake fighter.
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Facts About ImpalasImpalas are medium-sized antelopes that are native to Africa. They are great jumpers that use their speed to escape predators.
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Facts About GoatsGoats are among the earliest domesticated animals. Mountain goats live in steep, rocky areas.
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Facts About BeaversThe phrase "busy as a beaver" aptly describes these big-toothed rodents that can change the landscape and their environment.
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Facts About BadgersBadgers are small mammals that are ferocious hunters and members of the largest family of carnivores.
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Armadillo FactsArmadillos are small mammals with a shell of armored plates that protect them from predators.
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The Tongue: Facts, Function & DiseasesThe tongue is a mighty flexible organ. It enables licking, breathing, tasting, swallowing and speaking.
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Turtle FactsTurtles, tortoises and terrapins are reptiles with protective shells. They live on land, in the ocean and in lakes and rivers. There are more than 300 species.
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Nose: Facts, Function & DiseasesThe nose is part of the respiratory system and also contributes to other important functions, such as hearing and tasting.
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Stomach: Facts, Functions & DiseasesThe stomach is a bean-shaped sack located behind the lower ribs. It is the first stop in the digestive tract before food moves on to the small intestine.
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Vitamin B6: Sources & BenefitsVitamin B6 is important to maintaining a healthy body and developing a healthy brain.
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What is Thiamine (Vitamin B1)?Vitamin B1, also called thiamine, is a B complex vitamin. It is found in many foods and is vitally important to keeping a body operating properly.
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What is Biotin (Vitamin B7)?Vitamin B7, also called biotin, is a vital part of a healthy metabolism and creating important enzymes.
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What Is Folic Acid (Folate)?Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, also known as vitamin B9. It is commonly prescribed for pregnant women.
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Hedgehog FactsHedgehogs are small mammals with cone-shaped faces, short legs and bodies that are covered with porcupine-like quills, but they are not closely related to porcupines.
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Iguana FactsIguanas are lizards identified by their stocky stature, saggy skin and spines. They are popular pets and can live 15 to 20 years if cared for properly.
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Chipmunk FactsChipmunks are rodents that are a type of squirrel. They are identified by their stubby legs, bushy tails and the white, black and brown stripes that run down their backs.
