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A (Very) Short History of Life on Earth w/Henry Gee
Feb 23, 2023
Henry Gee, paleontologist and editor at Nature, discusses the evolution of the anus, life's transition from water to land, the fascination with T-Rex, early explorers discovering extinct species, challenges of timekeeping, and gaining perspective on human existence and evolution.
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- Mass extinction events foster the emergence of new and unusual forms of life.
- Bipedalism evolved slowly, starting with branch clambering and eventually becoming the efficient form of locomotion we use today.
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The Triassic Period: A Diverse Era of Life
The Triassic period, which followed the Permian mass extinction, was a time of incredible diversity. Many unique reptilian forms emerged during this period, including aquatic creatures like turtles and frogs. Mammals also evolved during this period, along with a plethora of reptilian species. However, the most famous inhabitants of the Triassic period, the dinosaurs, only appeared toward the end.
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