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Bats Use Blood to Reshape Tongue for Feeding

Bats Use Blood to Reshape Tongue for Feeding | Biomimicry | Scoop.it
Brown University scientists have found that a species of bat uses blood flow to reshape its tongue while feeding. The quick dynamic action makes the tongue an effective “mop” for nectar and could even inspire new industrial designs.
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Whales Feed With 'Tangled Hair Net'

Whales Feed With 'Tangled Hair Net' | Biomimicry | Scoop.it
Hair-like structures inside the throats of filter-feeding whales tangle to trap food, according to a study.
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