# @bbcearth on TikTok

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://www.tiktok.com/@bbcearth/video/7675038860413291809
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69412729-bbcearth-tiktok
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/6125dd17bc.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-08-17T16:30:18.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** BBC Earth (@bbcearth) — https://gondola.cc/bbcearth

## Caption

More than meets the eye 👀 Ancient ancestors of the dolphin hid from the sun’s UV rays using two light-detecting spots. Fascinatingly, some inherited mutations that allowed them to perceive light and shade together, so they could visualise their environment - essentially becoming the first proper eyes. Find out where to watch Evolution via the link in our bio 🔗💚 #Evolution #ChrisPackham #Nature

## Stats

- **Views:** 63,800
- **Likes:** 5,213
- **Shares:** 199
- **Comments:** 109

## Tags

evolution, nature, chrispackham

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