Anhydrobiosis in Tardigrades (Ramazzottius varieornatus) - desiccation and rehydration

Desiccation and rehydration in the tardigrade Ramazzottius varieornatus. This tardigrade dried up and became a ball-like form called “tun“, and recovered after rehydrated by addition of water. This video was filmed by Dr. Daiki Horikawa Twitter: Blog: Tardigrade Plush: