Divergent Evolution | Kratts Creatures

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Keywords
evolution species animal population elephant manatee porcupine beaver wolve fox divergent evolution reproduction niche Kratt brothers adaptation
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Science
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Kindergarten Grade 1 Grade 2 Grade 3 Grade 4 Grade 5
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Classroom Teacher / Educator
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Divergent Evolution | Kratts Creatures

When two related creatures specialize and evolve into two different creatures, it is known as divergent evolution. Watch this video to see examples of related creatures that have diverged, including the elephant and manatee, the porcupine and beaver, and the wolf and fox.
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PBS Learning Media

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