TechnologyArs TechnicaWed, Sep 17, 2025, 10:19 PMNeutral

You can hold on to your butts thanks to DNA that evolved in fish

Recent research reveals that the evolution of digits in vertebrates is linked to gene activity associated with the development of a cloaca, a multi-purpose opening found in fish. This discovery sheds light on the genetic mechanisms that have shaped the anatomy of various species over time, highlighting the intricate connections between evolutionary biology and genetics.

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Recent research reveals that the evolution of digits in vertebrates is linked to gene activity associated with the development of a cloaca, a multi-purpose opening found in fish. This discovery sheds light on the genetic mechanisms that have shaped the anatomy of various species over time, highlighting the intricate connections between evolutionary biology and genetics.
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