Day 291 of 365

October 18

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Biology

The Evolution of Eyes

Eyes have evolved independently over 40 times. From simple light-detecting cells to complex camera eyes and compound insect eyes, vision provides such advantages that it repeatedly evolves. The octopus eye is similar to ours but evolved completely separately.

💡 Did you know?

Mantis shrimp have 16 types of color receptors compared to humans' 3!

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