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Jellyfish Genome Sequenced: 28 Eyes and Evolutionary Insights

6/10/2025

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Researchers at the Macias-Muñoz lab have sequenced the genome of Bougainvillia cf. muscus, a fascinating jellyfish boasting 28 eyes. This groundbreaking study uncovers unique light-detecting genes, hinting at an alternative evolutionary journey for vision. These revelations deepen our understanding of how complex eyes evolved across various species, illuminating the wonders of nature's design.

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Researchers at the Macias-Muñoz lab have sequenced the genome of Bougainvillia cf. muscus, a fascinating jellyfish boasting 28 eyes. This groundbreaking study uncovers unique light-detecting genes, hinting at an alternative evolutionary journey for vision. These revelations deepen our understanding of how complex eyes evolved across various species, illuminating the wonders of nature's design.