Utensilus plastica: A Model Organism
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by the food provided at these events. Large populations in fast food establishments further support their association with food. Yet little is known about the biology of Utensilus plastica (common name: plastic eating utensil). We have conducted an in-depth study of this easily overlooked species and discovered that it possesses a number of characteristics which make it an excellent model organism for exploring natural selection and evolution in the classroom.
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