Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute scientists have discovered Bathydevius caudactylus, a new species of glowing sea slug that lives deep in the ocean.
Although there are many different kinds of sea slugs, only some can photosynthesize. Even beyond sea slugs, the Elysia chlorotica is the first animal thus far known to photosynthe ...
Since Donald Trump returned to office, experiments with a sea creature have taken on an unexpected connection to humans.
and few compare to the likes of this sea slug. So, let’s dive a little deeper into what this animal is, where it lives, and some other basic facts surrounding this incredible animal. This little ...
The animal belongs to a genus of air-breathing marine slugs called Peronia ... → 6-foot-long sea creature — with 'sharp' snout — discovered as new species in Colombia → 'Large' creature ...
reveals that this small sea slug is both remarkably heat-tolerant and genetically diverse across its wide range — key traits that make it an ideal partner for climate-resilient coastal restoration. As ...
The stings can lead to painful health issues and allergic reactions. The sea slugs are known to lay nearly two dozen eggs at a time on debris or carcasses of animals they encounter in the ocean ...
Scientists have discovered the ultimate case of regeneration: Some decapitated sea slugs can regrow hearts and whole new bodies. This “wonder of nature,” reported in a biology journal on ...