How arthropods conquered the land and outpaced all other terrestrial animals
In short: Explore the evolutionary success of arthropods. Marine biologist Tierney Thys examines the specific traits that allowed creatures like spiders and crustaceans to transition from water to land.
The video investigates the adaptability of arthropods, a group that includes both spiders and crustaceans. By successfully leading the transition from aquatic to terrestrial environments, these organisms have grown to outnumber all other land-dwelling animals.
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