Briefing: How an unlikely all-female clonal fish species copied and pasted itself free from extinction

The Amazon molly, a clonal fish species, reproduces without the need for males, which is a significant deviation from typical reproductive strategies in the animal kingdom.

This species has survived for over 100,000 years, prompting researchers to explore the genetic mechanisms that enable its long-term viability despite evolutionary pressures.

Advanced genetic methodologies have been employed to analyze the Amazon molly's unique reproductive strategy, providing insights into its capacity for adaptation and survival.