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The Frog That Cheats Death: How Alaska's Frozen Survivors Rewrite the Rules of Life

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Nature's Most Extreme Survivor Lives In Your Backyard: The Alaskan wood frog holds a superpower that seems impossible. While most animals would die if frozen solid, this small amphibian turns into a living ice cube every winter and wakes up perfectly fine in spring.  Found throughout Alaska and northern Canada, these frogs push the boundaries of what scientists thought was possible for life on Earth.

How The Kangaroo Rat Survives Without Drinking Water

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Adaptations For Desert Life: The kangaroo rat, native to arid regions like Death Valley, Nevada, has remarkable adaptations that allow it to live without drinking water.  These small rodents obtain all the moisture they need from the seeds they consume. Their bodies metabolize the food into water, eliminating the need for direct hydration.