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Halalaimus is a microscopic nematode genus commonly found in sediment on the seafloor. It lives 1–5 cm below the sediment surface and grazes on bacteria or organic materials in the sediment. It does ...

Most animals follow a predictable biological script. They grow, reproduce, wear out, and then die. But a few species have missed that memo entirely. They regenerate lost body parts, halt aging, ...

In our human culture, the idea of going days without food is almost unheard of, but many animals on our planet view things quite differently. There are many animals that can survive without food for ...

Coral polyps are among the greatest builders on our planet. From the tropics to the Arctic, these tiny creatures spend thousands of years patiently constructing the largest living structures on Earth.

When we imagine the end of the world, we often picture humanity scrambling for survival, but nature might have other winners in mind. Some creatures are built to endure heatwaves, radiation, ...