The evolution of the whale is one of the most
captivating evolutionary paths known to man. Like all living things the whale
originally evolved from the ocean, then, unlike most species gradually began a
return back to the sea. Now, after 55 million years of evolution whales are
highly evolved mammals; in fact, the Blue Whale represents the epitome of
evolution. It demonstrates the modern whales ability to overcome limiting
factors of evolution as it is the largest mammal on earth, living up to 100
years and having next to no predators.
This webpage will follow the evolution of the whale and highlight how selection, adaption and variation have resulted in the modern whale.
This webpage will follow the evolution of the whale and highlight how selection, adaption and variation have resulted in the modern whale.