The study, published this week in Development, demonstrates striking similarities in the genetic mechanism used to pattern gill arch appendages (called branchial rays) and fins / limbs. (sciencedaily.com)
Larval fish can exchange ions through their skin, and early fish likely used rudimentary gill structures known as branchial baskets. (sciencemag.org)
The study, published this week in Development, demonstrates striking similarities in the genetic mechanism used to pattern gill - arch appendages (called branchial rays) and fins / limbs. (mbl.edu)