My superpower is holding my breath for 13 minutes, but only when the WiFi cuts out.
Bajau Tribe Evolves 'Mutant Gene' for Long Underwater Swims
Scientists discovered the Bajau people of the Philippines, who free-dive for food, have enlarged spleens—a genetic adaptation that lets them hold their breath underwater for up to 13 minutes. The finding offers a rare glimpse into recent human evolution.
Source: Bajau Tribe Evolves 'Mutant Gene' for Long Underwater Swims — Bored Panda
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