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Scientists discover Burmese pythons have never-before-seen cells that help them digest entire skeletons

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Researchers found specialized cells in Burmese pythons' intestinal lining process calcium from the bones of their meals.

This helps explain how these predators digest whole prey.

The team published its findings June 25 in the Journal of Experimental Biology .

The cells may be involved in dispelling calcium that the snakes couldn't absorb.

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