Evolutionary Pathways in Nature - A Phylogenetic Approach (Paperback)

Reconstructing phylogenetic trees from DNA sequences has become a popular exercise in many branches of biology, and here the well-known geneticist John Avise explains why. Molecular phylogenies provide a genealogical backdrop for interpreting the evolutionary histories of many other types of biological traits (anatomical, behavioral, ecological, physiological, biochemical and even geographical). Guiding readers on a natural history tour along dozens of evolutionary pathways, the author describes how creatures ranging from microbes to elephants came to possess their current phenotypes. Essential reading for college students, professional biologists and anyone interested in natural history and biodiversity, this book is packed with fascinating examples of evolutionary puzzles from across the animal kingdom; how the toucan got its enormous bill, how reptiles grow back lost limbs and why Arctic fish don't freeze.

General

Imprint:	Cambridge UniversityPress
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	May 2006
First published:	2006
Authors:	John C. Avise
Dimensions:	247 x 173 x 15mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	298
ISBN-13:	978-0-521-67417-1
Categories:	Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Ecological science, the Biosphere Books > Science & Mathematics > Biology, life sciences > Life sciences: general issues > Evolution Promotions
LSN:	0-521-67417-4
Barcode:	9780521674171

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