Phylogeny of the Waxwings and Allied Birds
1951
Phylogeny of the Waxwings and Allied Birds
1951
Nature/Gardening/Animals, Science - Biology
Published in 1951, 'Phylogeny of the Waxwings and Allied Birds' by M. Dale Arvey is a scientific examination of the evolutionary relationships within the Bombycillidae family, primarily focusing on waxwings. The work employs a comparative analysis of anatomical, ecological, and morphological traits to distinguish between adaptive changes and inherited characteristics among species. Arvey also challenges previous theories regarding the geographic origins of waxwings, suggesting a southern origin in northern Mexico rather than boreal regions. This publication is significant for its detailed exploration of the phylogenetic relationships in this small family of passerine birds.
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Phylogeny of the Waxwings and Allied Birds
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Project Gutenberg · 76 pages

