A cute baby dolphin in its mother’s womb
Elephants, dogs, and dolphins, as diverse as they are, all show similar stages of development. Apparently, scientists have shed light on the world of mammals inside the womb using revolutionary four-dimensional imaging technology and anatomically accurate models. Scientists working for a National Geographic documentary created this image.
This photo shows a silicone model fetus; it does not show a real dolphin’s womb. And it was created by combining ultrasound scans, computer graphics, and some carefully crafted models to show the animals’ development from conception to birth and provide an unprecedented glimpse into an unknown world.