Textbook of Methods and Principles of Systematic Zoology

Description

Systematic in biology is concerned with the classification systems and nomenclature of organisms. It is a branch of biological science that studies the distinctive characteristics of species and how they are related to other species through time. Thus, it is the basis used to understand the evolution of life. Its main objectives are to provide scientific names for organisms, to describe organisms, to preserve collections of organisms, to provide and apply classification systems, to help identify organisms, to determine the distributions of organisms, to investigate the evolutionary histories of organisms, and to study the environmental adaptations of organisms. This “Textbook of Methods and Principles of Systematic Zoology” deals with systematic approach to study many aspects of animals, including classification, regional animal life, historical animal life, and vital phenomena exhibited by animals in any given scenario. This new resource introduces students and researchers to the fundamentals of zoology using easy-to-understand language, to provide a solid background, and help readers develop a deeper understanding and appreciation of this important and evolving subject.