Regenerative Sea Creature Near Israel Can Rebuild Entire Body in 40 Days

Sea creature near Israel can regrow its entire body in just 40 days

Scientists discovered a sea creature with remarkable body rebuilding abilities. The solitary ascidian Polycarpa mytiligera regenerates from cut pieces into new individuals. Researchers observed fragments healing and developing missing structures over forty days. Major organs like the heart and neural complex were rebuilt by the creature. This finding offers insights into regeneration mechanisms in solitary species.

By TOI Science Desk