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    Marmots Are the Largest Members of the Squirrel Family

    Marmots (genus Marmota) are the largest members of the family Sciuridae, which includes squirrels, chipmunks, and prairie dogs. Adult marmots typically weigh between 3 and 7 kg (6.6–15.4 lbs), with some species such as the steppe marmot reaching up to 8 kg. Despite their stocky build, they are agile climbers and runners on rocky mountain terrain.

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    Naked Mole-Rats Are Immune To Cancer And Feel No Pain

    These subterranean rodents exhibit extraordinary resistance to cancer, a unique trait being studied for human applications. They also lack substance P in their skin, making them insensitive to acid and capsaicin pain, a remarkable adaptation for their harsh environment.

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