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Dynamic evolution of the alpha (α) and beta (β) keratins has accompanied integument diversification and the adaptation of birds into novel lifestyles

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Rapid Evolution of Beta-Keratin Genes Contribute to Phenotypic Differences That Distinguish Turtles and Birds from Other Reptiles

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Immunocytochemistry suggests that the prevalence of a sub-type of beta-proteins determines the hardness in the epidermis of the hard-shelled turtle

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The draft genomes of soft-shell turtle and green sea turtle yield insights into the development and evolution of the turtle-specific body plan

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Beta-keratins of turtle shell are glycine-proline-tyrosine rich proteins similar to those of crocodilians and birds

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Identification of reptilian genes encoding hair keratin-like proteins suggests a new scenario for the evolutionary origin of hair

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