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Bioluminescence evolved primarily for predation, defense, and communication

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Current biological literature confirms that bioluminescence primarily serves adaptive functions such as prey capture, defense against predators, and communication.

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Lineage-specific expansion of luciferin-binding protein genes associated with the evolution of bioluminescence in Scleralcyonacea.

2026 · cited by 0

States that bioluminescence serves important ecological functions including prey capture, predator avoidance, and mate attraction.

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Functional and evolutionary diversification of luciferase genes in Metridia lucens Boeck 1865

2025 · cited by 0

Notes that bioluminescent organisms use light production for ecological functions such as predator evasion, prey attraction, and intraspecies communication.

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first checked01 Aug 2026

judged → SUPPORTED · 7501 Aug 2026

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