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Biology Of Longevity: Surviving The Molt — Lessons From The Lobster

When a lobster molts, or sheds its shell or exoskeleton, it’s a struggle. Signaled by hormonal change, it literally crawls out of its own skin. Yet, this somewhat dangerous process has to occur in order for it to grow. Some die during the molt or in the immediate aftermath, before their soft bodies harden again.Continue reading “Biology Of Longevity: Surviving The Molt — Lessons From The Lobster”