Tag: vertebrates
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Greenland Shark: The Slow-Life Marvel of the Polar Depths
Introduction: A Behemoth of the Arctic Depths In the frigid, pitch-black waters of the Arctic and sub-Arctic oceans, the Greenland shark (Somniosus microcephalus) glides with a mysterious, almost timeless grace. This massive creature, often mistaken for a relic of a bygone era, carries a reputation for remarkable longevity and a life history that challenges our…
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Research with bite: Greenland shark offers clues to preventing age-related vision decline
Unlocking the mystery of aging through the Greenland shark In a race against time, scientists are turning to the deep, cold waters of the North Atlantic to study a creature that has quietly rewritten the rules of longevity: the Greenland shark. A study led by Associate Professor Dorota Skowronska-Krawczyk from the University of California has…