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Bears and Seals: Closer Than You Think

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Ever noticed how bears and seals look so similar? It's because they have adapted to similar environments in a process called convergent evolution. In this project, you'll explore why this happens and how it affects the physical characteristics of these animals.

Hypothesis

The hypothesis is that bears and seals have adapted to similar environments by developing similar physical characteristics.

Method & Materials

You will identify a biome, research the characteristics of the biome, research the species that inhabit the biome, and select two different species from two different continents that may share similar physical characteristics.
You will need internet access.

Results

The results of this project show that bears and seals have adapted to similar environments by developing similar physical characteristics. The most striking observation was the similarity in the bone structure of the paws of the bear and the flippers of the seal.

Why do this project?

This science project is interesting because it shows how two different species can develop similar physical characteristics in order to adapt to similar environmental conditions.

Also Consider

Variations: Consider other biomes such as savannah, prairies and grassland, forest and woodland, tropical rainforest, mountains, fresh water, ocean, and tundra.

Full project details

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