Plant takes world's first plant-powered selfie

A plant has taken the world's first plant-powered selfie as part of research that could lead to major advances in data collection for conservation efforts.

The plant -- known as Pete the fern -- is part of a trial looking at the use of microbial fuel cells at a London Zoo.

These cells allow the plant to create energy that powers a camera and takes its own photo.

Researchers say their findings could enable major progress in conservation efforts.

CNN reports the camera uses so little energy that it can work 24/7 on power produced by a small plant.

This kind of technology could be used in remote and inhospitable locations that are hard to reach for humans, who usually need to change batteries.

CNN