Scientists discover bats may have first appeared in Europe 65 million years ago
- A new study suggests that bats first evolved in Europe around 65 million years ago, changing earlier ideas about their origin.
- Scientists analysed 103 bat genomes and 44 fossils to trace how different bat species developed over millions of years.
- Earlier research suggested bats may have originated in places like Asia or Africa, but new evidence points towards Europe.
- The study also helps researchers understand how bats developed unique abilities like flying and echolocation, using sound waves to navigate.
Source: theprint.in
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