Transcriptomics-driven exploration of genetic variation and peptide discovery in the sea anemones Anthopleura midori and Actinia equina.

ABSTRACT: Exploring sea anemone polypeptides enables us to understand the evolutionary history and ecological adaptation strategies of species at the microscopic level. More importantly, it aims to provide a solid theoretical foundation for drug development and biodiversity conservation research. Through systematic research, we discovered a total of 51 toxin sequences in species Anthopleura midori and Acyinia equina. The toxin sequences between the two species exhibited significant differences, with notable diversity observed among individuals. In terms of genetic diversity, species Anthopleura midori primarily exhibits variations due to single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs), whereas species Actinia equina shows frequent insertion and deletion events. In transcription factor analysis, both species

SUBMITTER: Zhang H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11978773 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature