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Lungfish Have the Largest Animal Genome

From Discover Magazine · October 30, 2026
Lungfish Have the Largest Animal Genome

A new study reveals that lungfish possess the largest animal genome, containing 91 billion base pairs. This is significantly larger than the human genome, and researchers believe that understanding lungfish genomes can provide insights into evolution. This discovery is exciting for scientists and helps us learn more about the diversity of life on Earth.

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