Getting naked may help to protect a species of tiny water flea. When Daphnia magna molts, its discarded body armor can carry away harmful bacteria, a new study finds.
Discarded outer coverings — a helmet (left) and body armor (right) — from a water flea carry away harmful parasites, helping to protect the creature against infection.
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