Michael Middlebrooks

Meet Michael Middlebrooks, an invertebrate zoologist who studies the astonishingly adaptable sea slugs that can photosynthesize like plants. He delves into their unique biology and the fascinating symbiotic relationships with algae that allow these colorful creatures to harness sunlight. Middlebrooks discusses the incredible diversity among mollusks, focusing on the evolutionary journey of nudibranchs and saccoglossus, revealing the secrets behind these remarkable solar-powered invertebrates.