Geopolitical conflict has led to the rise of artificial landscapes as China vies to bolster the legitimacy of its territorial claims.

The Osedax roseus has no bones, mouth, stomach, eyes or ears, and yet it’s able to survive in marine environments nearly 10,000 feet deep.

Although some fish are able to warm parts of their bodies to speed up movement or protect their organs, scientists have recently discovered the first fully warmblooded fish