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This jellyfish is the only known animal on Earth that cannot die of old age. When it gets sick or injured, it reverts back to a baby — and starts its entire life over again. Scientists call it biolog… (lemmy.nz)
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Full title: This jellyfish is the only known animal on Earth that cannot die of old age. When it gets sick or injured, it reverts back to a baby — and starts its entire life over again. Scientists call it biologically immortal.

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[-] blockheadjt@sh.itjust.works 1 points 5 days ago

I'm sure plenty of non-assholes are researching it too, no need to give him all the credit.

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