The cnidarian parasite Ceratonova shasta utilizes inherited and recruited venom-like compounds during infection
Background Cnidarians are the most ancient venomous organisms. They store a cocktail of venom proteins inside unique stinging organelles called nematocysts. When a cnidarian encounters chemical and physical cues from a potential threat or prey animal, the nematocyst is triggered and fires a harpoon-...
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PeerJ Inc.
2021-12-01
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