Aug 4, 2024, 11:14 PM IST
These microscopic creatures can survive extreme temperatures, radiation, and the vacuum of space by entering a state called cryptobiosis.
Known for their powerful punch, which can break shells and glass, mantis shrimp also have the most complex vision system, capable of seeing polarized light and a wide range of colors.
This amphibian can regenerate entire limbs, spinal cords, and even parts of their hearts and brains, making them a fascinating subject for regenerative medicine.
Electric eels can generate powerful electric shocks of up to 600 volts, which they use to stun prey and deter predators.
As the fastest bird, peregrine falcons can reach speeds of over 200 mph (320 km/h) during their hunting stoop (dive).
These beetles can eject a boiling, noxious chemical spray from their abdomen to deter predators.
Dolphins use echolocation to navigate and hunt in murky waters. They emit sound waves and listen for the echoes to determine the location, size, and shape of objects.
Geckos can climb smooth vertical surfaces and even walk upside down due to the microscopic structures on their feet that create van der Waals forces with the surfaces they touch.