Geckos from low-Earth orbit experiment found dead after out-of-control Roscosmos satellite lands

(Russia’s Foton M4 satellite shortly after landing – Photo Credit: Roscosmos)

Roscosmos have confirmed that five gecko lizards sent into orbit on a Russian Foton-M4 satellite have all died. Although the cause of death has not yet been determined, experts are speculating that an anomaly that occurred during flight could be to blame for their demise.