Genetic mixing: The secret to killer whale resilience and adaptability
An international team of marine biologists have published research in Molecular Ecology that shows the benefits of gene flow ...
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Dolphins and orcas seem to have evolved for a life on land
The evolution of marine mammals has reached a fascinating, and somewhat irreversible, point. Dolphins and orcas, once ...
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A Ruthless New Predator Is Moving Into the Arctic—And Scientists Are Sounding the Alarm
A dramatic shift is unfolding in the Arctic Ocean, where killer whales (orcas)—once blocked by thick ice—are now establishing year-round populations. As climate change melts polar ice, new hunting ...
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The History of Whales-Their Adaptation to Life in the Water
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Dolphins and orcas have passed the point of no return in evolution to live on land again
This reverse journey happened more than once, giving rise to whales, dolphins, and orcas. These sea-loving mammals picked up several major adaptations that helped them thrive underwater.
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Genetic mixing: The secret to killer whale resilience and adaptability
Genetic mixing: The secret to killer whale resilience and adaptability Date: March 4, 2025 Source: Flinders University Summary: Killer whale populations in low latitudes have high genetic ...