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How Tetrapods Took to the Trees

Season 9 Episode 8 | 10m 44s

During the Permian Period tetrapods, or four-limbed vertebrates, took to life in the trees. So when and how did they make this move in the first place? And Why? Turns out, the story of climbing may have less to do with trees and more to do with their leaves.

Aired: 09/14/26
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