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These animals are also plants ... wait, what?

Luka Seamus Wright · TED

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The species of slug known as Elysia chlorotica may not look like much— it resembles a bright green leaf— but it's one of the most extraordinary creatures on our planet. Living in marshes along the coast of North America, it can go about a year without eating. During that time, it lives like a plant. How is this possible? Luka Seamus Wright digs into the incredible adaptations of these mixotrophs. [Directed by Denis Chapon, narrated by Jack Cutmore-Scott, music by Salil Bhayani, cAMP Studio].

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TED
Department
TED-Ed
Speaker
Luka Seamus Wright
Year
2022
Level
For everyone
Language
English
Subjects
Biology, Teaching and learning
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TED
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