Tag: Hoxd Genes


  • Fish Buttholes and the Evolution of Human Fingers

    Fish Buttholes and the Evolution of Human Fingers

    The Surprising Link Between Fish Cloacas and Human Digits Recent research suggests that the evolution of human fingers may stem from a surprisingly humble origin: the cloaca of fish. This fascinating study reveals how the genetic mechanisms that once controlled the formation of fish anatomy have been cleverly repurposed throughout evolution, showcasing nature’s resourceful approach…