Mood: quizzical
Topic: Media
In this article it refers to many missed chances to explore evolution on the Big Screen including March of the Penguins and Winged Migration. I agree they could have went more in depth, but I also think, for my family anyway, it gave us the opportunity to discuss it after the movie. He also mentions a frog he bought online as an educational tool but failed to mention even the frogs name, not to mention any of the fantastic features that make it so different from other frogs. It was the African Clawed Frog. I believe the reason they were vague and didn't even mention the name is that it has become an invasive pest in many parts of the world and is illegal to have in many states. By not mentioning the name they probably avoid being prosecuted if they are caught. It might also allow them to send whatever frog they can get for the cheapest price at the time. I do agree evolution needs to be more a part in our society, but its a long time off before science, religion and education will all be on the same page.