This Island Spider That Deletes Half Its DNA, and Scientists Say It Shouldn’t Be Possible - The Daily Galaxy
Google News • 1/11/2026 • Last cited 1/13/2026
Summary
Researchers have discovered an island spider that can delete half of its DNA, a phenomenon that scientists claim should not be possible according to current biological understanding. This finding raises questions about genetic adaptability and the limits of DNA manipulation in living organisms.
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