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Stories about: coconuts

Octopus Caught Using Coconuts as Armor Over the years, scientists have been forced to rethink their theories that held only humans and primates could use tools. Rodents, birds and even elephants were proven to be able to do this as well, albeit to a smaller extent, and now octopi are added to the list as well. Recent observations have revealed that an oct... 15 December 2009 04:53 GMT Scientists Make Car Parts from Coconut Husks Coconuts are known worldwide for their specific taste, the aroma they have, and the milk and oil that can be extracted from them, for various applications. But now, researchers at Baylor University (BU) in Texas have found a way to use even the husk of the fruit – the wrapping that covers the hard shell inside ... 7 January 2009 03:59 GMT