From desert sands to deep oceans: tracing the whale's evolution
In short: Explore how whales transitioned from land-dwelling ancestors to ocean giants. This behind-the-scenes look at a major exhibition reveals the fossils and cultural connections that define our relationship with these marine mammals.
The exhibition features the only known skull of Andrewsarchus, an Eocene-era relative of whales found in the Gobi desert during a 1920s expedition. This discovery provides critical evidence on how whale ancestors migrated back into marine environments.
Beyond biology, the display highlights the profound cultural ties between whales and indigenous peoples, specifically showcasing artistic representations from Māori storehouses and Kwakwakáwakw feast vessels.
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