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[–] SuperZutsuki@hexbear.net 5 points 2 weeks ago* (last edited 2 weeks ago)

But the new study shows they actually “eat dust” – meaning they are heterotrophs that feed on organic debris.

Omg, they found Adam Friedland's genetic ancestors