GRAY WHALES: ESCHRICHTIUS ROBUSTUS
Surrounded by kelp a young gray whale with barnacles and its baleen peeking out stopped me in my tracks. I tell the natural history of Eschrichtius robustus, the eastern Pacific migration we see off British Columbia, and the evolution of baleen from teeth using fossils like Sitsqwayk cornishorum and E. akishimaensis.
Rolly's Take
For the curious soul drawn to the whispers of ancient oceans and the stories etched in time, this blog beckons. It’s a haven for those who find beauty in the nuances of evolution and the intricate dance of life in the depths. Here, the past and present converge, inviting a deeper reflection on the mysteries that connect us all.