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| Evolution
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The Editors
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14 hours ago
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A new guidebook offers fascinating details about the 47 species that populate the U.S. and Canada
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Anna Kuchment
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Jan 6, 2012 |
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| Technology
The possibilities and promise of the nascent science and art of flight seized the imaginations of inventors and public. Here are some images from our magazine from a century ago
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Daniel C. Schlenoff
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Jan 4, 2012 |
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Slide Shows
| Evolution
The amazing things I learned about animals while on safari in South Africa
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Kate Wong
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Jan 2, 2012 |
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| Evolution
Plenty of nonhuman species give each other gifts. Here's a holiday selection
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Kathy Jones
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Dec 29, 2011 |
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A popular science writer who has written a book science-themed tattoos that reveals some of the surprises he encountered along the way
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Jenny Marder
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PBS NewsHour
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Dec 28, 2011 |
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A photographic essay captures the construction of a 1,900-foot addition to the iconic American landmark
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Monica Bradley
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Ann Chin
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Dec 27, 2011 |
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Early toys got kids interested in science and engineering through experimentation
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Rose Eveleth
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Dec 24, 2011 |
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| Evolution
An index called the longevity quotient indicates whether a species has an average life span or is unusually long-lived or short-lived for an animal of its size. A score of 1 is average; higher numbers reflect unusual longevity
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David Stipp
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Ricki Rusting
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Dec 20, 2011 |
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Edward Burtynsky's photography shows how mining, farming and other industrial activities have altered landscapes around the world
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Monica Bradley
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Ann Chin
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Dec 14, 2011 |
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| Energy & Sustainability
A comparison of the U.S. list of endangered species with the world standard finds many species are left unprotected
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Rose Eveleth
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Dec 14, 2011 |