Unprecedented Discovery: Dolphin with Thumbs Found in Greek Gulf
TL;DR
Scientists have discovered a dolphin with what appears to be thumbs off the coast of Greece. The unusual flipper morphology is believed to be the result of interbreeding and the expression of rare genes. Despite its unique appearance, the dolphin seems healthy and able to keep up with its pod. The "thumb" is not mobile and likely the result of an altered genetic program during development.
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- Extremely rare dolphin ‘with thumbs’ spotted off coast of Greece The Independent
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- Rare Dolphin With 'Thumbs' Spotted In Greek Gulf, Researchers Surprised NDTV
- Dolphin with 'thumbs' surprises scientists in first-ever discovery New York Post
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