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the evolution of similar characteristics in species that do not share a common ancestor
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Convergent evolution is the process by which unrelated species develop similar traits due to similar environmental pressures.
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It's crazy how convergent evolution can make completely different animals look so similar.
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Convergent evolution is like nature's way of saying 'great minds think alike' to different species.
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Just like how two people from different backgrounds can end up with similar tastes and interests, convergent evolution shows how species can adapt in similar ways.