Self-decapitating sea slugs cut off their own heads, then regenerate brand-new bodies
Researchers discovered that two species of Japanese sea slugs can regrow hearts and whole new bodies, even after removing their own heads.
Self-decapitating sea slugs cut off their own heads, then regenerate brand-new bodies
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