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Urban lizards have gene mutations that help them adapt to city life

Brian Owens · January 9, 2023 ·

Anole lizards living in three cities in Puerto Rico have mutations in genes linked to immune function, limb and skin development, which may help them thrive alongside humans. Lizards in three cities in Puerto Rico have evolved a similar set of genetic changes to help them adapt to urban life. The Puerto Rican crested anole […]

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