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20207 minGdoc-short

evolution biodiversity

Why Do Things Keep Evolving Into Crabs?

20207 minGdoc-short

Crustaceans repeatedly evolve into crab-like forms across various species, raising questions about the evolutionary advantages of this morphology.

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Channel: PBS Eons

Why Do Things Keep Evolving Into Crabs?

2020• 7 minG

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Crustaceans repeatedly evolve into crab-like forms across various species, raising questions about the evolutionary advantages of this morphology.

Synopsis

Crustaceans exhibit a remarkable evolutionary trend known as carcinization, where various species independently evolve into crab-like forms. This phenomenon raises questions about the advantages of the crab's morphology, which appears to confer significant evolutionary success. Experts such as Dr. Jo Wolfe, Dr. Javier Luque, and Dr. Katie Collins contribute to the research surrounding this topic, while illustrations by Franz Anthony highlight ancient crab-like creatures. The episode is produced in collaboration with PBS Digital Studios, showcasing the ongoing fascination with evolutionary biology.

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