Biogeography

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An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach

By C. Barry Cox and Peter D. Moore and Richard J. Ladle

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Biogeography by C. Barry Cox, Peter D. Moore, and Richard J. Ladle provides an insightful exploration of the patterns and processes that influence the distribution of life on Earth. It examines the historical and ecological factors impacting species distribution, considering both past and present perspectives. This book bridges the gap between biology and geography, offering readers a comprehensive understanding of how environmental changes shape the living world.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by the distribution of species across the planet and the ecological and evolutionary processes that shape these patterns. Its detailed exploration of biogeographical concepts is perfect for those with a keen interest in understanding how environmental changes influence biodiversity. Whether you're a student, professional, or simply an enthusiast of natural sciences, you may find this comprehensive study both enlightening and thought-provoking.

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Through nine successful editions, and for over 45 years, Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach has provided a thorough and comprehensive exploration of the varied scientific disciplines and research that are essential to understanding the subject. The text, noted for its clear and engaging style of writing, has been praised for its solid background in historical biogeography and basic biology, which is enhanced and illuminated by discussions of current research.

This new edition incorporates the exciting changes of the recent years and presents a thoughtful exploration of the research and controversies that have transformed our understanding of the biogeography of the world. New themes and topics in this tenth edition include:

Next generation genetic technologies and their use in historical biogeography, phylogeography and population genomics
Biogeographical databases and biodiversity information systems, which are becoming increasingly important for biogeographical research
An introduction to functional biogeography and its applications to community assembly, diversity gradients and the analysis of ecosystem functioning
Updated case studies focusing on island biogeography, using the latest phylogenetic studies

Biogeography: An Ecological and Evolutionary Approach reveals how the patterns of life that we see today have been created by the two great Engines of the Planet: the Geological Engine, plate tectonics, which alters the conditions of life on the planet, and the Biological Engine, evolution, which responds to these changes by creating new forms and patterns of life.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119486312

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 30 January 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Edition: 10th edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 175.0mm

Height: 249.0mm

Weight: 1134g

Pages: 528

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C. Barry Cox Education & Reference Non-Fiction Peter D. Moore Richard J. Ladle Science & Nature

About the Author

C. Barry Cox was formerly Head of Biological Sciences, King's College, London, UK.

Richard J. Ladle is Titular Professor of Conservation Biogeography at the Federal University of Alagoas on the north-east coast of Brazil. He is also a Senior Research Associate at the School of Geography in Oxford University, as well as the director of Tamandua Environmental Consultants.

Peter D. Moore is Emeritus Reader in Ecology at King's College London. He has written extensively on ecology and global environmental change and was, for 35 years, Ecology Correspondent for the journal Nature.