Masters of Regeneration: These Death-Defying Animals Can Regrow Body Parts Better Than Deadpool
Explore the incredible regenerative abilities of animals, from lizards and starfish to flatworms and jellyfish.
The article "Masters of Regeneration: These Death-Defying Animals Can Regrow Body Parts Better Than Deadpool" from BBC's Discover Wildlife examines how some animals, including axolotls and starfish, have remarkable regenerative abilities. Scientists study these creatures to understand tissue regeneration, which could have implications for medical research.
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