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How tiny algae shaped the evolution of giant clams

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Scientists sequenced genome of the most widespread species of giant clam, Tridacna maxima , to reveal how these creatures adapted their genome to coexist with algae.

Giant clams rely largely on energy produced by algae living inside them for energy.

Researchers found that T. maxima have evolved more genes coded for sensors to distinguish friendly algae from harmful bacteria and viruses.

Photosymbiosis shaped animal genome architecture and gene evolution as revealed in giant clams. Communications Biology, 2025 ; 8 ( 1 ) DOI: 10.1038 /s42003-024-07423-8 Cite This Page:.

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