When Whales Walked

The video explores the fascinating evolution of whales from land-dwelling creatures to the ocean giants we know today. It highlights key transitional species like Ambulocetus and Indohyus, which provide evidence of the evolutionary path from artiodactyls to cetaceans. Genetic studies and fossil discoveries reveal the surprising connection between whales and hoofed mammals. Despite the progress in understanding whale evolution, questions remain about the reasons behind this dramatic transition.

Discuss the significance of the fossil record in understanding whale evolution.

What does the transition from Indohyus to Ambulocetus represent in evolutionary terms?

What are some theories about why certain mammals transitioned from land to water?