The neuropeptidomes of the sea cucumbers Stichopus cf. horrens and Holothuria scabra.

ABSTRACT: The Philippines is a renowned marine biodiversity hotspot, home to several sea cucumber species with unusual biological traits. Among these, Stichopus cf. horrens is notable for its ability to undergo rapid body wall liquefaction when stressed, coupled with remarkable regenerative abilities. In contrast, Holothuria scabra has one of the most robust body walls in sea cucumbers and thrives in many regimes in the tropics. Despite their intriguing traits, the neurobiology and chemical diversity of these species remain underexplored. Neuropeptides are important components of an animal's neurobiological toolkit that underlie various physiological and behavioral processes. Thus, the discovery of neuropeptides is a crucial step for understanding the molecular underpinnings of unique traits in sea

SUBMITTER: Resoles JAA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11868395 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature