A study found that naked mole-rats can switch to a metabolic system that doesn’t require oxygen.
- Naked mole-rats survived without oxygen for 18 minutes and recovered fully, one study shows
- They use a plant-like method of creating energy without the need for oxygen But now scientists believe these odd creatures can also survive without oxygen, by using a different method of creating energy in their bodies.One of the world’s most bizarre and remarkable animals is surprising scientists once again.