Ice Fish: Do They Have Red Blood Cells and Unique Blood Adaptations for Survival?
Icefish are unique vertebrates that do not have red blood cells or hemoglobin as adults. They absorb oxygen through their skin instead. Their blood is translucent because there are no red blood cells. Being cold-blooded, they thrive in the Antarctic’s cold waters. These adaptations help them survive in their environment. Ice fish have evolved other … Read more



