REM Sleep is Unique to Mammals and Birds (IMAGE)

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REM Sleep is Unique to Mammals and Birds

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REM sleep, the major source of dreams, and slow wave sleep are unique to mammals and birds.

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[Credit: Yu Hayashi]

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