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Bugs of Polar & Arctic
Bugs that survive frozen — and a midge that reanimates after thawing.
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Curious
Six Legs84
Alias
Colossendeis colossea
Sea Spider
Marine arthropod with internal organs IN the legs. Antarctic giants reach 70 cm leg span.
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Curious
Six Legs80
Alias
Hypogastrura nivicola
Snow Flea
Tiny springtail active on snow. Antifreeze protein keeps her alive at -20°C. Used in medical cryopreservation.
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Beneficial
Six Legs80
Alias
Pyrrharctia isabella
Woolly Bear (Isabella Tiger Moth)
The folklore weather caterpillar. Survives -90°C using natural antifreeze. Arctic cousin needs 7 years to grow up.
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