Biogeography a very short introduction

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Biogeography is the study of geographical variation in all characteristics of life, from genetic variation and differences in behaviour in species across regions, to geographic trends in diversity of whole communities. This book explains the key role played by geographical context in understanding the natural world.



Biogeography is the study of geographic variation in all characteristics of life - ranging from genetic, morphological and behavioural variation among regional populations of a species, to geographic trends in diversity of entire communities across our planet's sufrace. From the ancient hunters and gatherers to the earliest naturalists, Charles Darwin, Alfred Russel Wallace, and scientists today, the search for patterns in life has provided insights that proved invaluable for understanding the natural world. And many, if not most, of the compelling kaleidoscope of patterns in biological diversity make little sense unless placed in an explicit geographic context. The Very Short Introduction explains the historical development of the field of biogeography, its fundamental tenets, principles and tools, and the invaluable insights it provides for understanding the diversity of life in the natural world. As Mark Lomolino shows, key questions such as where species occur, how they vary from place to place, where their ancestors occurred, and how they spread across the globe, are essential for us to develop effective strategies for conserving the great menagerie of life across our planet. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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Taal: en

Bindwijze: Paperback

Oorspronkelijke releasedatum: 23 juli 2020

Aantal pagina's: 176

Illustraties: Nee

Hoofdauteur: Mark V. Lomolino

Tweede Auteur: Brett R. Riddle

Co Auteur: Robert J. Whittaker

Hoofduitgeverij: Oxford University Press

Extra groot lettertype: Nee

Product breedte: 110 mm

Product hoogte: 10 mm

Product lengte: 175 mm

Studieboek: Ja

Verpakking breedte: 109 mm

Verpakking hoogte: 15 mm

Verpakking lengte: 174 mm

Verpakkingsgewicht: 236 g

EAN: 9780198850069

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