Vertebrates: Comparative Anatomy, Function, Evolution

Download or read book Vertebrates: Comparative Anatomy, Function, Evolution written by Kenneth Kardong and published by McGraw-Hill Science/Engineering/Math. This book was released on 2006 with total page 810 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This one-semester text is designed for an upper-level majors course. Vertebrates features a unique emphasis on function and evolution of vertebrates, complete anatomical detail, and excellent pedagogy. Vertebrate groups are organized phylogenetically, and their systems discussed within such a context. Morphology is foremost, but the author has developed and integrated an understanding of function and evolution into the discussion of anatomy of the various systems.