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Local Caves May Hold Martian Life Secrets

Scientist J. Judson Wynne examines a cave dwelling salamander.
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Scientist J. Judson Wynne examines a cave dwelling salamander.

By Kevin Elston

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Flagstaff, AZ – Some of the Earth's most ancient creatures have been discovered deep in caves. They have survived there for centuries, protected from climate changes on the surface. Now a team of scientists from the USGS, Northern Arizona University, and NASA are trying to find out if caves on other planets could provide a similar refuge. Arizona Public Radio's Kevin Elston reports.