The Bizarre Beast with Pointy Ribs

The video explores unique animal abilities, focusing on the Iberian ribbed newt. This newt, found in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco, has remarkable defense mechanisms, including using its ribs to deter predators. It also possesses extraordinary healing and regenerative abilities, making it a model organism for space research. The newt secretes toxins when threatened, adding to its defense. These traits, while seemingly superpowers, are typical in its evolutionary context, highlighting how our perception shapes our understanding of nature.

What role do antimicrobial peptides play in the healing process of the Iberian ribbed newt?

How has the Iberian ribbed newt been used in scientific research related to space?

What toxic substance does the Iberian ribbed newt secrete when agitated?