TED-Ed: Are naked mole rats the strangest mammals? - Thomas Park

Naked mole rats are unique mammals with traits similar to insects, reptiles, and plants. They live in colonies with a strict social structure, allowing them to efficiently gather food and survive in low-oxygen environments. Their cold-blooded nature and special hemoglobin help them thrive where other mammals cannot. In oxygen emergencies, they use fructose for energy, a trait not found in other mammals. These adaptations could inspire medical advancements for humans facing oxygen deprivation.

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