Horizontal Gene Transfer (HGT)
Explore horizontal gene transfer events in insect genomes from different sources
Horizontal gene transfer (HGT), also known as lateral gene transfer, is the movement of genetic material between organisms other than by traditional reproduction. In insects, HGT has been documented from various sources including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and plants.( From: Wikipedia )
Virus
HGT from viruses to insects, including retrotransposons and other viral elements that have been integrated into insect genomes.
Fungi
Genes transferred from fungi to insects, representing various fungal-derived genetic elements found in insect genomes.
Bacteria
Bacterial genes that have been horizontally transferred to insects, including genes involved in metabolism and defense.
Viridiplantae
Plant-derived genes found in insect genomes, often related to plant cell wall degradation and other plant-interaction functions.