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Why do people not have tails but tail bones?
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Why do people not have tails but tail bones?

Although now useless, the human tailbone - often referred to as the tail bone - is still present at the bottom of the spine, a remnant of our tailed ancestors.

February 19, 2020
Top 10 poorest countries in the world
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Top 10 poorest countries in the world

The Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique or Yemen, etc. are among the poorest countries in the world with low GDP per capita. Not surprisingly, there are many Africa…

February 19, 2020
The pink fish 'unique crutches'
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The pink fish 'unique crutches'

Experts speculate that the 3,4-meter-long cranberry fish may have a rare genetic mutation that causes its whole body to be brilliantly pink.

February 19, 2020