Some species of animals can lose body parts or detach them on command (autotomy) and then grow a new one. But a head? Really? Yes. Scientists have now discovered that the sea slug can detach its body from its head and within about three weeks, grow a new body. The head is independent and can crawl around eating algae. The new body also grows a new heart and other vital organs.
Check out the in-depth article from newatlas.com.
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