Higher Taxon OPISTHOKONTA Cavalier-Smith, 1987
Introduction
This taxon comprises a broad group of eukaryotes, including both the animal and fungal kingdoms. In at least one stage of their life cycle, they form cells that are propelled by a single posterior flagellum. The fungi (Holomycota/Nucletmycea) have cell walls that contain chitin, unlike those of plants, some protists and bacteria. The animals (Holozoa/Metazoa) are multicellular organisms with cells that lack rigid cell walls.
History of changes
Note that this list may be incomplete for dates prior to September 2013.
| Published | As part of group | Action Date | Action Type | Compiler(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04-Feb-2015 | OPISTHOKONTA Cavalier-Smith, 1987 | 06-Jul-2015 | MODIFIED | |
| 19-Mar-2012 | ADDED |