Sea Walnut: The Comb Jelly That Can Reverse Its Aging Process

A new study reveals that the Atlantic comb jelly, known as the sea walnut, has the remarkable ability to reverse its aging process. When faced with starvation or injury, this gelatinous creature can regress to its larval stage, regaining its ability to hunt with tentacles. This discovery makes the sea walnut the third known animal species, and the first known comb jelly, capable of reversing its development after reaching adulthood.

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