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These Salamanders Snack on Each Other (But Don't Die)

2021-06-22 en 6m
AnimationDocumentary
Axolotls are one of science’s most studied animals. Why, you ask? These extraordinary salamanders are masters of regeneration: they can flawlessly regenerate body parts ranging from amputated limbs and crushed spines to parts of their eyes and brains. So, how do they do it? And what other secrets are they keeping? Luis Zambrano explores the baffling biology of the axolotl.

Writer

Luis Zambrano

Producer

Gerta Xhelo

Producer

Bethany Cutmore-Scott

Director

Lizete Upīte

Sound Designer

Rebeka Andersone

Script Editor

Emma Bryce

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Status

Released

Countries

  • United States of America

Companies

  • TED Ed