Long-read transcriptomics highlights venom gland specialization and Inhibitor Cystine Knot (ICK) rich toxin diversity in Philippine tarantulas
Lorenz Rhuel P. Ragasa, Maria Mikaela U. Dumbrique, Sid Alfred S. Gamboa, Anj Guillan M. Baile, Darrell C. Acuña, Heidie Frisco Cabanos, Ricardo C.H. del Rosario, Leonardo A. Guevarra, Myla R. Santiago-Bautista
The paper presents the first long-read transcriptomic analysis of venom glands in Philippine tarantulas, revealing ICK toxin diversity and transcriptional signatures of venom specialization.
bioRxiv · Jul 18, 2026 · PreprintBioinformatics