Evolutionary Ecology of Amphibians [1 ed.] 0367553961, 9780367553968

Amphibians are the oldest tetrapod group and show an astonishing diversity in lifestyles, many of them being unique. How

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Evolutionary Ecology of Amphibians [1 ed.]
0367553961, 9780367553968

Consisting of more than six thousand species, amphibians are more diverse than mammals and are found on every continent

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Although biologists recognize evolutionary ecology by name, many only have a limited understanding of its conceptual roo

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This book examines the study of psychopathy using behavioral ecological framework. It consists of two parts. The first d

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Based on the thesis that insights into both evolution and ecology can be obtained through the study of microorganismsm,

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Plant-herbivore interactions are a central topic in evolutionary ecology. Historically, their study has been a cornersto

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Evolutionary Community Ecology develops a unified framework for understanding the structure of ecological communities an

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Parasitoids lay their eggs on or in the bodies of other species of insect, and the parasitoid larvae develop by feeding

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Parasites have evolved independently in numerous animal lineages, and they now make up a considerable proportion of the

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Evolutionary Behavioral Ecology is intended to be used as a text for graduate students and a sourcebook for professional

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By investigating a simple question, a philosopher of science and a molecular biologist offer an accessible understanding

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