: It contains specialized chapters on controversial topics, such as the evolution of the mouth and anus (the "questionable openings") by researchers like Andreas Hejnol and Mark Martindale . Accessing the Content
: Rather than relying solely on genes, it emphasizes using the fossil record to date molecular trees and interpret the evolution of body plans. Animal Evolution. Genomes, Fossils, and Trees
: Several chapters explore how the influx of genomic data has allowed researchers to move beyond just anatomical characters to refine the "Animal Tree of Life". : It contains specialized chapters on controversial topics,
The book is designed to address fundamental "big questions" about the origins and relationships of multicellular animals (metazoans). Key contributions include: Animal Evolution. Genomes, Fossils, and Trees
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