Over the course of this project I have learned many things about the evolution of human eyes, and why other animals have different pupil shapes. These pupil shapes entirely depend on the needs of each animal, the pupil shape begins with a genetic mutation, and since the animals with these eyes are favorable mating partners the eye will be spread across the population. In relation to humans most mammals would be considered to have better eyesight, in relation to the amount of cones in their eyes. This means that they will be able to see different kinds of light other than the red, blue, and green light that we are able to comprehend. The animal with the most cones in its eyes is the Mantis Shrimp, having 16 cones and being able to read the same kind of light as CD players. The shape of the pupils in animals relates to their hunting patterns and what will give them an advantage to their environment.
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