Ever wondered what the inside of a sea turtle's throat looks like? Probably not, but we'll show you anyway because it's amazing - as well as grim. This video from the autopsy of a loggerhead turtle was posted on Instagram by user Laura C. It shows the incredible mechanism the marine reptile uses every time it eats. The extracted esophagus looks more like an exotic plant before it is squeezed to reveal hundreds of fleshy teeth-like bumps called papillae on the inside and out. The papillae in the
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The inside of a sea turtle's mouth features unique, backward-facing spikes called papillae or gill rakers. These tiny spikes serve multiple purposes, including trapping food particles, such as jellyfish or seaweed, inside the turtle's mouth. Additionally, the papillae aid in expelling excess water taken in while eating, ensuring the food remains inside. They also provide protection by preventing large or sharp objects from being swallowed, allowing sea turtles to efficiently feed on their prefer
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