Amphibian Evolution (PDF) is an in-depth exploration of the first vertebrates to make the transition from water to land. The book outlines the origin of tetrapod features and how they evolved into organs that allowed for life on land. Although the focus of the book is on the past 370 million years and the many fossils discovered during this time, it is not limited to paleontology. The goal is to provide a comprehensive overview of amphibian evolution and answer some of the major questions in current paleobiology.
The book explores a variety of topics, including the diversity of early tetrapods and the anatomy of extinct amphibians. It also delves into the environments in which these early land vertebrates lived and how they were preserved for millions of years. Additionally, the book analyzes how primary amphibians grew and developed and the key factors that drove their evolution.
The Topics in Paleobiology Series, published in collaboration with the Palaeontological Association and edited by Professor Mike Benton of the University of Bristol, provides a summary of current knowledge and a reliable path into the primary literature. The series covers topics with cross-cutting relevance, such as significant ecosystem evolution, major events in the history of life, climate change, and new techniques in molecular palaeontology. Each ebook is written by leading international experts and is suitable for advanced undergraduates, researchers, and postgraduates in both the paleontological and biological sciences.
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