Sponges are among Earth's most ancient animals, but exactly when they evolved has long puzzled scientists. Genetic information from living sponges, as well as chemical signals from ancient rocks, ...
Bristol scientists discover early sponges were soft Press release issued: 8 January 2026 Sponges are among earth’s most ancient animals, but exactly when they evolved has long puzzled scientists.
The aquatic animal known as the sponge is often described as entirely sessile: once they've settled in a spot and matured, they aren't generally thought of as moving around. But, according to a new ...