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The Phylogenetic Value Of Color Characters In Birds

The Phylogenetic Value Of Color Characters In Birds

Paperback

BirdsGeneral World HistoryZoology

ISBN10: 1276572727
ISBN13: 9781276572729
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Mar 2 2012
Pages: 24
Weight: 0.11
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

In The Phylogenetic Value Of Color Characters In Birds, Witmer Stone explores the significance of coloration in avian species as a tool for understanding evolutionary relationships. This meticulously researched study delves into the complexities of plumage color, examining its stability, variability, and heritability across various bird families.

Stone critically assesses the use of color traits in taxonomic classifications, providing insights into how these characters can be reliably employed to trace phylogenetic lineages. The book offers valuable perspectives for ornithologists and evolutionary biologists interested in avian evolution and the nuances of species differentiation. This work remains a significant contribution to the field, providing foundational knowledge for contemporary research in avian systematics and evolutionary biology.

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