C) There are six living species of mammals called hyraxes in the order

Hyracoidea. These are small rabbit-like mammals that are also considered

to be close relatives of both dugongs and elephants. All of these mammals

are widely different morphologically. Explain how organisms that are widely

different in morphology can have a close evolutionary relationship.

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Madyson Ware

22 August, 14:17

C) There are six living species of mammals called hyraxes in the order

Hyracoidea. These are small rabbit-like mammals that are also considered

to be close relatives of both dugongs and elephants. All of these mammals

are widely different morphologically. Explain how organisms that are widely

different in morphology can have a close evolutionary relationship.

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Noah Heath · Answer 1

Animals in the same order are similar evolutionarily, but are still very different species.

Explanation:

Animals in the same order have a common evolutionary ancestor that may give them similar traits, but the species can still be very different with morphologies.