Convergence, Natural Selection, 'Survival of the Fittest'

 Convergent Evolution: This is when two or more types of species that are not of any close linage adapt similar phenotypes, genotypes, or even behaviors due to their environment.

 

Now let's dive into a specific example of convergent evolution from the book "Improbable Destinies."

*Note: Explanation of convergent features are in the shapes.*

How did this species adapt so similarly? Both of the species have similar environmental pressures. Small creatures usually find a way to hid from big predators and due to their size in their environments, this could be why they both nest underground. Also due to their size working alone would not be feasible to they have both developed colonies of worker to survive. 

 


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  1. Kalissa MoseleySeptember 12, 2024 at 1:09 PM

    Your visuals on this are extremely informative! I really like that you reference both types of evolution as we may have a better understanding of divergent evolution and that provides a good baseline to learn new information. Overall, great work and I look forward to seeing more of your blog posts!

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  2. Elise GSeptember 15, 2024 at 6:10 PM

    Hello Layla! Your definition for convergence is so great and easy to understand! I absolutely love your drawings! They really represent the difference between divergence and convergence! You did a fantastic job!

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