William von Herff

Researchers want to know: Why would a creature who can swim ever want to walk? Polypterus sits on the treadmill in the flow tank

Researchers want to know: Why would a creature who can swim ever want to walk?

Learning how walking began is vital to understanding our ancient past

Jul 25, 2023

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