There’s a reason we don’t have birds the size of elephants

Popular Science·May 12

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there is discussion about the evolution and biology of birds and other species, including the reasons why certain large species may not exist. some outlets are reporting on the story of birds and their characteristics, while others are focusing on insects and their evolution. the topics appear to be related to the biology and extinction risks of various species, but the connections between the stories are not clear.

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