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Read more: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iberian_ribbed_newt
TIL that the Iberian ribbed newt is able to pierce its own skin and push out its ribs to stab its predators. The ribs also carry poisonous toxins from its body, making them a highly effective stinging mechanism. The newt’s pierced skin is able to heal quickly from this.
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I am not metal enough for this planet.
I learnt something newt today
So basically this guy: https://naruto.fandom.com/wiki/Kimimaro
“Pleurodeles waltl has been studied in space on at least six missions.”
Newts in Spaaaaace…
Weird flex but okay…
so, basically wolverine but with ribs