Tuesday, April 10, 2007

Darwin's cane toads


WOW!
So far I am very impressed with the postings
Here is a fun little item I came across on cane toads:
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17809210/
Not only is the story about the interrelationship of organisms - disturbed, but it rather convincingly disputes any notion that organisms that evolve in any niche are going to be the best suited for reproductive success in that niche.
It is also cool because these creatures are so bizarre.
Simpson's aficionados will recognize them as key players in the Australia episode.
Check out the little one on top of the big one.
But my favorite part is that they are taking over Darwin, Australia.
Coincidence???

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