Description:
 
Vertebrate Life, 10th Edition is an authoritative resource that explores the diversity, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolutionary history of vertebrates. This edition integrates evolutionary biology with vertebrate anatomy and physiology, offering insights into the evolutionary context of each vertebrate group. It covers major topics in vertebrate biology, including the development of molecular phylogenies, evo-devo research, developmental plasticity, and epigenetics. The text is richly illustrated with full-color photographs and new line art to enhance understanding of complex concepts and engage readers.
 
This edition places a particular emphasis on conservation issues, providing up-to-date information on ecological and environmental challenges faced by various vertebrate taxa. Students and professionals alike will appreciate its comprehensive approach to vertebrate diversity and evolution, making it ideal for advanced studies in zoology and biology.
 
Table of Contents:
 
Evolution, Diversity, and Classification of Vertebrates
Overview of major vertebrate groups and evolutionary mechanisms
What Is a Vertebrate?
Characteristics of chordates, vertebrate development, and basic vertebrate systems
Jawless Vertebrates and the Origin of Jawed Vertebrates
Evolution of jawless fishes and early vertebrate adaptations
Origin and Radiation of the Tetrapods
Transition from aquatic to terrestrial life
Living Amphibians
Diversity, life history, and conservation of extant amphibians
Living on Land: Adaptations
Vertebrate adaptations for terrestrial living, sensory systems, and thermoregulation
Amniotes: Synapsids and Sauropsids
Evolution of early reptiles and mammals
Mesozoic Era: Ecosystems and Vertebrate Evolution
Geography, climate, and vertebrate diversity of the Mesozoic
Ectothermy and Endothermy
Thermoregulatory adaptations and energy conservation
Turtles
Structural and functional biology, reproduction, and ecological roles of turtles
 
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