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Monday, 2 March 2026

Researchers find lemurs can drastically lower body temperature

Researchers find lemurs can drastically lower body temperature

Researchers have discovered that fat-tailed dwarf lemurs can intentionally lower their internal body temperature by 45°F (25°C) within a single day, a capability previously thought to be rare among mammals. This finding, supported by advancements in tracking technology, suggests that many more mammals and birds possess the ability to regulate their body temperature significantly, challenging long-held beliefs about temperature stability in mammals.

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