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Sharks' Inner Ears Reveal Surprising Evolutionary Diversity
Key Takeaways
- Shark inner ear shapes are highly variable.
- Diversity is linked to evolutionary history.
- Environment and diet have less impact than expected.
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A recent anatomical study on sharks reveals that the morphology of their inner ears exhibits a much higher degree of variability than previously understood. Researchers found this anatomical diversity correlates more closely with the species' evolutionary history rather than their immediate environmental habitats or dietary habits.
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