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Pbs Learning Media: Adaptive Radiation: Darwin's Finches GraphicPbs Learning Media: Adaptive Radiation: Darwin's Finches Graphic
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9th - 10th
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Pbs Learning Media: Adaptive Radiation: Darwin's Finches

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Finches on the Galapagos Islands have evolved to exploit almost every possible niche. This diagram shows the range of food sources available on the island and the different beak shapes adapted to exploit each of them. Includes background reading materials and some discussion questions.

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adaptive radiation, evolution, charles darwin

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