Which is an example of convergent evolution?
A) The hind limb bones found in pythons
B) The third molars in the human mouth
C) The adaptation of the leaf into a cactus spine
D) The development of thorns to protect the plant
E) The elongated snouts of aardvarks, anteaters, and pangolins

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Convergent evolution occurs when unrelated species evolve similar traits. Aardvarks, anteaters, and pangolins have independently developed elongated snouts to adapt to similar feeding habits, despite not being closely related.

Which Is an Example of Convergent Evolution