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Earth & Life. 3.77 Billion Years Under Construction | Olivia Judson | Escaped Sapiens #60

The Escaped Sapiens Podcast

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The Unpredictability of Natural Selection and the Dual Nature of Predation

This chapter discusses the unpredictability and stochastic nature of natural selection, highlighting the rarity of dramatic changes in organisms. It explores Darwin's perspective on natural selection and the fluctuating nature of natural selection in Galapagos finches. The chapter also delves into the concept of predation, acknowledging its brutality while recognizing its role in the diversity and wonder of life.

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