Russia launches animals into space: Here’s the purpose behind the mission

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Russia is set to launch Bion-M No. 2 biosatellite on August 20, 2025, from Baikonur Cosmodrome, will carry fruit flies, mice, plant seeds, microorganisms, and lunar simulants for a 30-day space mission. The project focuses on studying the effects of microgravity and cosmic radiation on living systems, generating vital insights for human spaceflight and biological research.