A Whale of a Time! Exploring the Evolution of Mysticete Cetaceans

Sep 6, 2026
Please enjoy this episode examining the evolution of the Mysticete cetaceans, which developed from modestly sized toothy ancestors that survived the Eocene-Oligocene extinction event.

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Thumbnail art by Joschua Knuppe

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Dr. Polaris traces the transition of marine cetaceans from Eocene ancestors to the emergence of modern baleen whales. This overview examines the evolutionary shifts in feeding strategies, cranial adaptations, and the environmental factors that shaped the history of these diver