Pythons possess an astonishing ability to completely digest the bones of their prey. A recent discovery reveals the existence of a previously unknown type of intestinal cell. Unlike most carnivores, ...

Burmese pythons are remarkable predators capable of swallowing prey whole, from fur to bones. Yet, when they excrete, no skeletal remains are visible in their faeces. For years, this puzzled ...

Scientists have discovered a new type of cell that helps Burmese pythons digest the entire skeletons of their prey. Pythons can eat prey over 100% of their body mass, including deer and bobcats. Just ...