Did you know that the buttercup
or Ranunculus is Late Latin for 'little frog,' from rana 'frog' and a diminutive ending. This probably refers to many species being found near water, like frogs.
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Geoff the Clownfish You know Myra, some people might think you're cute,
Fri 13 Mar 2009, 12:59,
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I DIDN'T KNOW THAT!
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Griffin Saver Something, something, 2006, something.,
Fri 13 Mar 2009, 13:03,
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