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The tardigrade: example of over-design

Jan 22, 202513 minEp. 352
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Episode description

The tiny animals called Tardigrades are virtually indestructible.  These fascinating creatures--also known as little water bears or moss piglets--possess abilities that the concept of "survival of the fittest" can't explain, and thus, are one of many examples of over-design in nature.

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