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Bullfrogs have a brain superpower, scientists say
Original: Bullfrogs have a brain superpower https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.pops ci.com/environment/bullfrog-brain-superpower-b
A Popular Science report says bullfrogs possess an unusual brain ability, described as a backup fuel system that lets their brains keep functioning when oxygen runs low. The finding sheds light on how amphibians survive underwater for long periods, and readers online are sharing the story as a curious example of animal biology.
Why now: A surprising animal biology finding is being widely shared as light science news.
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- Bullfrogs have a brain superpower https:// fed.brid.gy/r/https://www.pops ci.com/environment/bullfrog-brain-superpower-backup-fuel/ · popsci.com@web.brid.gy · 6
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