03-18-2024
Some animals transform their hair structure to battle wintersHow do animals survive when the mercury drops far below what we can withstand? For some, the answer lies in an extraordinary feature – hollow hairs that provide remarkable insulation. These tiny structures, invisible to the naked eye, hold the key to endure the relentless onslaught of winter. While most scientists understand the basics of hollow hairs, major research has centered on domesticated animals. The mysteries of hollow hair in wild animals, especially their seasonal transformations, remain an intriguing frontier. A team at Utah Tech University is...
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