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4. The Forever Fly

How did a single specimen undermine everything scientists thought they knew about evolution?

And what happens when the evidence falls apart before your eyes?

Dr Tori Herridge investigates.

Produced at BBC Audio Bristol by Beth Sagar-Fenton

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in August 2023.

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14 minutes

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Next Sunday 23:30
BBC Radio 4

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