• [Evidence of evolution: Grades 13-16] An organism's features reflect its evolutionary history.
• [Evidence of evolution: Grades 13-16] There is a fit between organisms and their environments, though not always a perfect fit.
• [Evidence of evolution: Grades 13-16] There is a fit between the form of a trait and its function, though not always a perfect fit.
• [Evidence of evolution: Grades 13-16] Some traits of organisms are not adaptive.
• [Mechanisms of evolution: Grades 13-16] New heritable traits can result from mutations.
• [Mechanisms of evolution: Grades 13-16] Mutation is a random process.
• [Mechanisms of evolution: Grades 13-16] Organisms cannot intentionally produce adaptive mutations in response to environmental influences.
• [Mechanisms of evolution: Grades 13-16] Complex structures may be produced incrementally by the accumulation of smaller advantageous mutations.

There are no NGSS/DCI concepts currently linked to this resource.

This case study is also appropriate for zoology and ecology classes. The toxin resistance is quite interesting and should be engaging to a qualified student; however, background in cell membrane physiology should be a prerequisite.

This resource currently lacks an associated teaching background.