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‘punctuated equilibrium’ the idea that evolution remains relatively stable for long periods then rapidly adapts under stressors has been kicked around for sometime.

[ZX12R]

‘punctuated equilibrium’ the idea that evolution remains relatively stable for long periods then rapidly adapts under stressors has been kicked around for sometime.

Yes, I'm familiar with the idea. It was introduced to explain the fossil record, which suggests something like that is at work. I just don't think anyone knows yet, what that something is.