Living Fossils How Significant Are They? | Helder, M. 1998.
CM 3(2):1-3. CELD ID 3963Abstract It goes without saying that all living creatures are interesting. Some, however, possess an extra mystique. These are organisms which have closely similar counterparts preserved in stone. Obviously a long history has been enjoyed by living examples of such fossil specimens. The living populations are called living fossils. But what about the rest of living creatures, whose preserved remains we do not find in low-lying rock? Is their past any different? Let's delve into the story of the living fossils in order to find out if they are really special and what is their real claim to fame.
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