Evolution Facts

Earthworms have even been ranked the number one most influential species in the history of the planet – above dinosaurs, humans, and bacteria.

Dogs evolved the specific muscles that give them the ability to raise their inner eyebrows more than 33,000 years ago; as they became domesticated. It’s an evolutionary trick used to manipulate humans.

Humans are better at noticing snakes than we are at noticing spiders. Snakes tend to be dangerous and have been throughout the evolution of primates, so we’re primed to be on the lookout for them.

The ability to digest alcohol occurred around 10 million years ago and many researchers believe it played a key role in evolution.

The term “theory” when used in science (ex: ‘theory of evolution’) doesn’t imply doubt about its scientific validity. A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of confirmed facts.

One prevailing theory as to why butt hair exists is that there’s simply no significant evolutionary pressure against butt hair.

Goosebumps are believed to be a remnant from an earlier evolutionary time when humans had more hair on their bodies

Tickling serves no other evolutionary purpose aside from bringing people closer in relationships, as well as helping us understand what is and isn’t socially acceptable.

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