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VOL. 9, ISSUE 11 (2024)
From Cambrian origins to modern survivors: The Tardigrades
Authors
Syedda Unaisa Waseem, Yasmeen Ali
Abstract
Tardigrades,
commonly known as "water bears," are a remarkable phylum of animals
renowned for their extraordinary resilience to environmental stress, yet their precise
phylogenetic placement has long been debated. This study seeks to resolve their
evolutionary relationship with other ecdysozoans by analyzing molecular data
from multiple genetic markers. Using phylogenomic methods alongside comparative
morphology, the research reveals that tardigrades are more closely related to
nematodes and arthropods than previously believed, supporting the hypothesis that
they share a common ancestor with the Panarthropoda group. Additionally, the
study explores tardigrades' unique adaptations, such as anhydrobiosis and cryptobiosis,
within the context of their evolutionary lineage, providing a deeper
understanding of both their evolution and their ability to thrive in extreme
conditions.
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Pages:106-109
How to cite this article:
Syedda Unaisa Waseem, Yasmeen Ali "From Cambrian origins to modern survivors: The Tardigrades". International Journal of Entomology Research, Vol 9, Issue 11, 2024, Pages 106-109
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