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These Incredible Caterpillars Prove How Cool Nature Really Is.

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Butterflies were the inspiration behind artists, musicians, and authors for centuries. Similar to a phoenix rising from its ashes, the journey each butterfly undertakes during its metamorphosis into a beautiful creature is the perfect parallel to countless stories. Unlike the phoenix, there’s nothing fantasy about these fantastic transformations. Along with moths, these creatures can sometimes be more breathtaking while in their caterpillar state. These amazing photos show the vibrant colors and natural beauty found in such a small specimen. 1.) Io Moth Flickr Flickr 2.) Spicebush Swallowtail Flickr […]

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It Looks Like Water, But If You Touched It, It Would Probably Make You Very Sick

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Mercury, as we all know, doesn’t do great things to the human body. Enough exposure to the substance can cause some serious damage, which makes it all the more shocking that an artist in Barcelona decided to construct this breathtaking fountain. While it looks pretty normal at first, this thing spews out liquid mercury. (source: mercuremiro) That really is some fine engineering work. The fountain is fortunately housed behind some thick glass to prevent the fumes from killing passersby. Read more: http://www.viralnova.com/mercury-fountain/

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He Was Tired Of His Charging Cords Tangling, So He Built This Epic Charging Station

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Technology is great and all, but keeping track of all my charging cords can be more of a hassle than it’s worth. Honestly, I spend more time throughout the week untangling my phone charger than I do actually charging my device. Along with unmatched socks, dealing with lost, tangled cords might be my biggest pet peeve. Thankfully, one awesome Redditor found a solution to all of our technology woes. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DCBP_ATF’); }); SigmaEpsilonChi was tired of his tangled electronics chargers overtaking the house, so he decided […]

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10 Giant Monsters Of The Deep That Will Make You Feel So Small

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Our planet is covered in water, and that water is home to some of the most massive creatures on Earth. These animals are as powerful as they are huge, and they’re scary enough to freak out even the toughest people. Here are some of the biggest, most intimidating animals that call the ocean home. Before we dive in, let’s not forget that the average human being is well under six feet tall. 1. Walrus — 12.47 feet Flickr / claumoho These dopey creatures are actually mammoths. They […]

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8 Prehistoric Parasites That Even Freaked The Dinosaurs Out

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We all know there were mosquitoes in the time of the dinosaurs, mainly because that’s how “Jurassic Park” supposedly came to be. Aside from that, we rarely talk about parasites of bygone eras. Part of this is because it’s honestly hard to find any evidence that such parasites existed long ago, but the main reason why they’re forgotten about is because dinosaurs were the coolest. Why would we discuss anything else? For the sake of being inclusive, let’s give these deadly little critters credit. Oh, and most […]

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Scientists Have Discovered A New Kind Of Fire That Could Clean Up Oil Spills

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While I may not be a pyromaniac, I can’t ignore the fact that fire can be visually stimulating. And while fire has been around for thousands of years, scientists are still making new discoveries all the time. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DCBP_ATF’); }); Recently, researchers at the University of Maryland discovered a new fiery phenomenon that is sure to hypnotize you or make your head spin. What starts as a simple yellow flame quickly transforms into a whirling, blue cyclone of fire. YouTube / SciNews googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DCBM_BTF’); }); […]

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Scientists Believe That Sinkholes In Siberia Could Be Linked To The Bermuda Triangle

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Last year marked the 40th anniversary of the Bermuda Triangle mystery, and in December, we reported that we were “no closer to knowing the truth.” If you believe these findings, however, that’s no longer the case. The truth behind all of the disappearances in the deadly space between Florida, Puerto Rico, and Bermuda may be linked to sinkholes in Siberia and underwater methane explosions near Norway. Researchers at the Trofimuk Institute discovered that mysterious sinkholes in Siberia are formed when high ground temperatures lead to the release […]

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The Future Of Meat Is Here, And It’s Pretty Odd, To Say The Least

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Do you think that it’s a travesty against life that animals are slaughtered for meat products every day? It’s a tough pill for anyone to swallow. While not all of us choose to be vegetarians, those with any ounce of empathy can’t help but feel bad for these creatures in light of the suffering they face. Well, a new scientific breakthrough has been made that could remedy those feelings. Memphis Meats, a popular barbecue company, collaborated with stem cell researchers in order to create the first “test-tube […]

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