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Rūta Zumbrickaitė

Isolated Tribe Can Swim Underwater For Long Hours, Which Has Developed A “New Mutant Gene”

The evolution of Homo sapiens is quite riveting because we can adapt so efficiently to the different environments around us. Of course, it takes thousands of years, but it happens nonetheless, and it even raises questions about what the future holds as the environment changes.

Coming back to the present, a nomadic tribe from the Philippines has developed a “new mutant gene” that helps them swim underwater for long hours. Much to researchers’ surprise, it was discovered that the secret lies in their spleen. Scroll down to read all about its fascinating evolution!

The Bajau tribe from the Philippines has developed a genetic mutation that helps them swim underwater for 5 hours a day

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