sex-determining gene

In most mammals, one gene determines sex. But 100 million years ago, platypuses and echidnas went their own way

Wildlife & Biodiversity

In most mammals, one gene determines sex. But 100 million years ago, platypuses and echidnas went their own way

12 Jun 2025

3 min read

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Men are slowly losing their Y chromosome, but a new sex gene discovery in spiny rats brings hope for humanity

07 Dec 2022

4 min read