Ctenophore (Hormiphora californensis) (IMAGE)

Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute

Ctenophore (Hormiphora californensis)

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For years, scientists have investigated whether sponges or comb jellies were most distantly related to all other animals. Detailed genetic maps have provided clear-cut evidence that comb jellies—like this California sea gooseberry (Hormiphora californensis)— are a sibling group to all other animals. Image: Darrin Schultz © 2021 MBARI

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Darrin Schultz © 2021 MBARI

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