Desert bats reveal the secret of their survival

Tuesday, June 29, 2010 - 21:28 in Biology & Nature

Desert bats reduce water loss by changing the make-up of their skin, allowing them to thrive in some of the world's most inhospitable environments. This is surprising given the anatomy of bats and the energy they expend in flight and may provide significant insight into how bats might respond to a future changing climate.

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