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RE: ¿Sabías que existe un insecto que puede congelarse en invierno y descongelarse en primavera?

in #spanish6 years ago

An interesting post - so for those who need it, a rough translation:

It is the insect Weta native of New Zealand who can withstand the freezing of the tissues of 80% of his body, which is already a real feat. But, when spring comes, the Weta thaws and continues its daily activities.

Adult Weta can survive at temperatures of less than 10 degrees Celsius. So it is considered the biggest insect that can freeze in winter and thaw in spring.

How is that possible?

These animals are able to enter a process of cryptobiosis during winters and thus manage to survive. During that cold time, the Wetas hibernate in a state of animated suspension in which despite the total freezing of his body and the disappearance of vital signs, there is no rupture of their cells or their tissues by the crystallization of the water they contain.

The ability to survive by Weta insects demonstrates their great adaptability, as they have to cope with climate change.

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I wonder, if I were a Weta and froze, would my thoughts suddenly continue or start anew? Would I still be me?

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