Gray Cheek Salamander (IMAGE)

Clemson University

Gray Cheek Salamander

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New research from Clemson University shows that the gray cheek salamander, which inhabits the Southern Appalachian Mountains, actually harnesses its unique ability to regenerate limbs to rapidly minimize the impact of hot temperatures.

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Clemson Biological Sciences Department, courtesy of Mike Sears

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