I wrote the script for this ahhhhhhhhh I'm so excited it's out!! it's the first outreach product made by giving away materials from the #AntarcticWorms cruise (by @hollybik.bsky.social & #NSFfunded) youtu.be/yulpV8TxSQk?...
When bad things happen to good fish: the loss of hemoglobin and myoglobin expression in Antarctic icefishes.
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The discussions reveal enthusiasm about the unusual biology of Antarctic icefishes, with posts highlighting facts like their lack of hemoglobin and their adaptations to cold environments. Words like 'fun fact' and expressions of excitement like 'ahhhhhhhhh' demonstrate a sense of wonder and curiosity, emphasizing the scientific importance of the research while engaging readers with accessible language.
Most discussions affirm the interesting biological phenomena in Antarctic icefishes, recognizing the unique absence of hemoglobin as noteworthy.
The posts show a high level of curiosity about the unusual adaptations of these fish, with many expressing excitement and enthusiasm.
Some discussions refer to specific details, such as the loss of hemoglobin and the evolution of blood vessels, indicating moderate engagement.
While the discussions highlight the significance of these findings, they mainly focus on raising awareness rather than exploring wide-reaching implications.
Abstract in brief
- The Antarctic icefishes have uniquely lost hemoglobin and sometimes myoglobin, which has provided insights into the functions of these proteins.
- The loss of these proteins increases energy costs for blood circulation and decreases heart performance, leading to significant changes in their cardiovascular system to supply oxygen.
- Elevated nitric oxide levels in the absence of hemoglobin and myoglobin may have sped up the evolution of their specialized blood vessels and metabolic traits, helping these fish survive in cold, isolated environments.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyOur first #AntarcticWorms #SciComm collaboration is officially out this week!! We partnered with the incredible storytellers @MinuteEarth to make this super fun science explainer video (w/script by @vgwschutte - you will LOL) #NSFfunded @NSF #IcyInverts https://t.co/dzRGWoDZOy
Check out my latest video "Our set of rules that we use to classify life isn't perfect. Additionally life can be weird. video explores the peculiarities of fish without hemoglobin and how this defies the notion that all vertebrates have red blood cells.” https://t.co/rQUF6jIr5J https://t.co/E8XSWZC8Fp
Creatures in the Southern Ocean become larger, older, and stranger than creatures in temperate waters - partially because of the planet's largest and fastest ocean current. Have a look at strange creatures in stranger waters here: https://t.co/jcQlnAl8h1 https://t.co/wSZvuN1Q4z
Fun fact: ice fish are the only known vertebrates that lack haemoglobin, which means they have clear blood https://t.co/mClrTQJ3Pq Comparison below of freshly drawn notothenioid fish vs ice fish blood https://t.co/E7lJo2Zmac
Creatures in the Southern Ocean become larger, older, and stranger than creatures in temperate waters - partially because of the planet's largest and fastest ocean current. Have a look at strange creatures in stranger waters here: https://t.co/jcQlnAl8h1 https://t.co/l19qCV3TLr
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RT @angryhacademic: Fun fact: ice fish are the only known vertebrates that lack haemoglobin, which means they have clear blood https://t.co…
Where The Weird Things Are https://t.co/GTmNxheymg via @YouTube
RT @hollybik: Our first #AntarcticWorms #SciComm collaboration is officially out this week!! We partnered with the incredible storytellers…
RT @hollybik: Our first #AntarcticWorms #SciComm collaboration is officially out this week!! We partnered with the incredible storytellers…
RT @hollybik: Our first #AntarcticWorms #SciComm collaboration is officially out this week!! We partnered with the incredible storytellers…
RT @hollybik: Our first #AntarcticWorms #SciComm collaboration is officially out this week!! We partnered with the incredible storytellers…
I wrote the script for this ahhhhhhhhh I'm so excited it's out!! it's the first outreach product made by giving away materials from the #AntarcticWorms cruise (by @hollybik.bsky.social & #NSFfunded) youtu.be/yulpV8TxSQk?...
Our first #AntarcticWorms #SciComm collaboration is officially out this week!! We partnered with the incredible storytellers @MinuteEarth to make this super fun science explainer video (w/script by @vgwschutte - you will LOL) #NSFfunded @NSF #IcyInverts https://t.co/dzRGWoDZOy
Creatures in the Southern Ocean become larger, older, and stranger than creatures in temperate waters - partially because of the planet's largest and fastest ocean current. Have a look at strange creatures in stranger waters here: https://t.co/jcQlnAl8h1 https://t.co/l19qCV3TLr
Where The Weird Things Are https://t.co/AFaSfDceaS
MinuteEarth https://t.co/spqzcTfA8n
Creatures in the Southern Ocean become larger, older, and stranger than creatures in temperate waters - partially because of the planet's largest and fastest ocean current. Have a look at strange creatures in stranger waters here: https://t.co/jcQlnAl8h1 https://t.co/wSZvuN1Q4z
Fun fact: ice fish are the only known vertebrates that lack haemoglobin, which means they have clear blood https://t.co/mClrTQJ3Pq Comparison below of freshly drawn notothenioid fish vs ice fish blood https://t.co/E7lJo2Zmac
RT @April69704704: Check out my latest video "Our set of rules that we use to classify life isn't perfect. Additionally life can be weird.…
RT @April69704704: Check out my latest video "Our set of rules that we use to classify life isn't perfect. Additionally life can be weird.…
Check out my latest video "Our set of rules that we use to classify life isn't perfect. Additionally life can be weird. video explores the peculiarities of fish without hemoglobin and how this defies the notion that all vertebrates have red blood cells.” https://t.co/rQUF6jIr5J https://t.co/E8XSWZC8Fp
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