Evolution Diary

Summary of recent developments in study of evolution of mammals
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Box jellyfish are much more active swimmers than other jellyfish – they exhibit strong directional swimming, are able to perform rapid 180 degree turns, and can deftly move in between objects. (…)

The idea that Charles Darwin delayed publishing On the Origin of Species for 20 years for fear of ridicule is a myth, a new assessment claims. (…)

New ’super tree’ of mammalian evolution puts major evolutionary radiations well after dinosaur die-off; Comprehensive tree may help inform future conservation efforts
Athens, Ga. (…)

March 22, 2007—It endured a rocky ride—literally—but this ancient “sea monster” from Asia has found a place in the United States to call home. (…)