Tuco Tucos An Evolutionary Approach to the Diversity of a Neotropical Subterranean Rodent 1st Edition Thales Renato Ochotorena De Freitas 3030616797 9783030616793

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• ISBN 10: 3030616797
• ISBN 13: 9783030616793
• Author: Thales Renato Ochotorena De Freitas

This book examines the biology of tuco-tucos (Ctenomys) from an evolutionary perspective. Historically, these subterranean rodents have long attracted the attention of scientists due to its remarkable chromosomes variability and rapid diversification. A wealth of knowledge on physiology, ecology, genetics, morphology, paleontology, and taxonomy has been documented in the last 70 years through numerous single publications. In this volume, expert investigators review and frame these essays with the breadth of current understanding. The collection of chapters are presented into the major topics: i) Evolution of Ctenomys, ii) Geographic Patterns, iii) Organismal Biology, and iv) Environmental Relationships. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to both students and researchers and may stimulate further research with this exciting model on a wide range of evolutionary topics.

Table of contents:

Part I. Evolution of Ctenomys

1. The History of Ctenomys in the Fossil Record: A Young Radiation of an Ancient Family

2. A Short Overview of the Systematics of Ctenomys: Species Limits and Phylogenetic Relationships

3. Speciation Within the Genus Ctenomys: An Attempt to Find Models

Part II. Geographic Patterns

4. Geographical and Macroecological Patterns of Tuco-Tucos

5. Phylogeography and Landscape Genetics in the Subterranean Rodents of the Genus Ctenomys

Part III. Organismal Biology

6. Skull Shape and Size Diversification in the Genus Ctenomys (Rodentia: Ctenomyidae)

7. Biomechanics and Strategies of Digging

8. Adaptive Pelage Coloration in Ctenomys

Part IV. Environmental Relationships

9. Environmental and Ecological Features of the Genus Ctenomys

10. The Diet of Ctenomyids

11. Ecological Physiology and Behavior in the Genus Ctenomys

12. Effects of Environmental Pollution on the Conservation of Ctenomys

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