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Heads up: Some sea slugs grow new bodies after decapitation
TOKYO (AP) — 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 Monday, could eventually help scientists better understand and tackle regeneration of human tissue. Biology researcher Sayaka Mitoh said she loves studying Japanese sea …
Spanish slugs: Moscow alarm over giant invasive pests
Image copyright Getty Images Image caption Native slugs are dwarfed by the orange invader Giant orange slugs up to 15cm (6in) long are causing alarm in central Moscow – the latest place they have turned up since spreading from Spain. The Arion vulgaris slugs are monsters compared with most other slugs and are serious pests, …