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The origin and long-distance travels of upside down trees - EurekAlert
<p>The research cracks the code on the iconic baobab tree's origin story, revealing their surprising origins in Madagascar and incredible long-distance dispersals to Africa and Australia.</p> <p>The study unveils how baobabs developed unique pollination mechanisms – some attracting hawkmoths, others lemurs, and even bats – showcasing remarkable evolutionary adaptations.</p> <p>The research sheds light on how climate change has shaped the baobab's distribution and diversification over millions of years, offering valuable insights for understanding plant responses to future environmental shifts.</p>
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