Evolutionary pathways in nature: a phylogenetic approach
Auteur :
Avise, John C.
Éditeur :
Cambridge University Press
ISBN :
9780521674171
Date de publication :
4 mai 2006
Dimensions :
24,7 x 17,3 x 1,5 cm
Poids :
614 g
Format :
Trade paperback (US)
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book provides a non-technical introduction to how phylogenetic analyses can be used to understand evolutionary pathways. The author escorts readers on historical journeys into the origins of many of nature's most intriguing evolutionary outcomes, from the toucan's enormous bill to pregnant male seahorses.