Convergence and divergence in the evolution of cat skulls: temporal and spatial patterns of morphological diversity.
Studies of biological shape evolution are greatly enhanced when framed in a phylogenetic perspective. Inclusion of fossils amplifies the scope of macroevolutionary research, offers a deep-time perspective on tempo and mode of radiations, and elucidates life-trait changes. We explore the evolution of...
Main Authors: | Manabu Sakamoto, Marcello Ruta |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Public Library of Science (PLoS)
2012-01-01
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Series: | PLoS ONE |
Online Access: | http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3391202?pdf=render |
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