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science1 year ago

"Spider Webs: Nature's DNA Traps Revealing a Wealth of Genetic Information"

Australian researchers have discovered that spider webs contain genetic materials from a wide variety of animal species, making them a valuable tool for measuring biodiversity. By collecting and analyzing spider webs, scientists were able to identify DNA from 93 different vertebrates, shedding light on the potential of using environmental DNA (eDNA) to track biodiversity. This innovative method offers a quick and easy way to monitor genetic material in the environment, although it is just one tool in the scientific toolbox for measuring biodiversity.