Nocturnal Owl Monkey Teaches Us Some Things About Primate Eye Evolution
Monday, May 18, 2009 - 17:14
in Biology & Nature
Researchers comparing the fetal development of owl monkey eyes with those of the capuchin monkey have found that only a minor difference in the timing of cell proliferation can explain the multiple anatomical differences in the two kinds of eyes. The findings help scientists understand how a structure as complex as the eye could change gradually through evolution, yet remain functional. read more
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