Publisher's Synopsis
THE HIDDEN EVOLUTION OF EARTH'S STRANGEST MAMMALS: Inside the Fossil Secrets, Genetic Mysteries, and Survival Story of Platypuses and Echidnas. This will take you on an exciting journey through time, from the age of dinosaurs to modern Australia, to explore the ancient roots and unique evolution of these egg-laying mammals. With the help of fossil discoveries like Kryoryctes cadburyi, scientists are rewriting what we know about mammal history. Researchers have uncovered surprising evidence that shows these animals share a semiaquatic ancestor, challenging long-held beliefs about evolution.
This book explains complex science in simple language. You'll learn how the platypus and echidna live, what makes them different from all other mammals, and why they are so important for understanding where we-and all mammals-come from. This book is perfect for curious readers, nature lovers, students, and anyone fascinated by the secrets of evolution. Why read this book?- Understand how the weirdest mammals on Earth came to be
- Learn how fossils tell us stories from millions of years ago
- Discover why protecting these rare creatures matters now more than ever
Join us on a journey through deep time-and meet the living fossils among us.
