Ancient Sponge Discovery May Rewrite the Origins of Animal Life

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Porifera Marine Sea SpongesA newly identified sponge order, Vilesida, produces sterols linked to the oldest-known animal biomarkers, supporting the idea that animals evolved earlier than previously believed. Researchers at the Museum of Evolution at Uppsala University have identified a previously unknown order of marine sponges named Vilesida. These sponges produce chemical compounds that could potentially be useful in [...]
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