convergent
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It’s an example of convergent evolution, when completely unrelated species independently evolve comparable traits in response to similar environmental pressures.
From Slate • Jan. 25, 2026
"The convergent evolution of crabs has happened about five times in history, but it's happened within the group of decapods."
From BBC • Oct. 17, 2025
Though its teeth were different, the ancient walrus evolved separately from O. rosmarus, an example of convergent evolution or when similar traits arise spontaneously in different animals.
From Salon • Aug. 15, 2024
"Our research highlights a fascinating example of convergent evolution, where ferns and flowering plants independently developed similar strategies to defend themselves against predation by recruiting ant defenders with nectaries," said Suissa.
From Science Daily • May 30, 2024
When rocket propellant burned, it first produced a river of gas that flowed into the convergent section of the nozzle.
From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam
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