Seasonal dynamics of a complex cheilostome bryozoan symbiosis: vertical transfer challenged

E. A. Bogdanov, A. E. Vishnyakov, O. N. Kotenko, A. V. Grischenko, A. V. Letarov (Korresp. Autor*in), A. N. Ostrovsky (Korresp. Autor*in)

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Abstract

Symbiotic associations are dynamic systems influenced by both intrinsic and extrinsic factors. Here we describe for the first time the developmental and seasonal changes of the funicular bodies in the bryozoan Dendrobeania fruticosa, which are unique temporary organs of cheilostome bryozoans containing prokaryotic symbionts. Histological and ultrastructural studies showed that these organs undergo strong seasonal modification in the White Sea during the ice-free period. Initially (in June) they play a trophic function and support the development of a large population of bacteria. From June to September, both funicular bodies and bacteria show signs of degradation accompanied by development of presumed virus-like particles (VLPs); these self-organize to hollow spheres inside bacteria and are also detected outside of them. Although the destruction of bacteria coincides with the development of VLPs and spheres, the general picture differs considerably from the known instances of bacteriophagy in bryozoans. We broadly discuss potential routes of bacterial infection in Bryozoa and question the hypothesis of vertical transfer, which, although widely accepted in the literature, is contradicted by molecular, morphological and ecological evidence.

OriginalspracheEnglisch
Aufsatznummer375
FachzeitschriftScientific Reports
Jahrgang13
Ausgabenummer1
DOIs
PublikationsstatusVeröffentlicht - 7 Jan. 2023

ÖFOS 2012

  • 106049 Ultrastrukturforschung
  • 106054 Zoologie

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