Comparative Vertebrate and Human Anatomy: Ecology, Evolution, and Function
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Author(s)
Hilliard, Vanessa K
Whitenack, Lisa B.
Ryerson, Bill
Date Issued
July 30, 2025
Abstract
This book provides an ecology- and function-oriented approach to understanding the evolution of vertebrate structure. The text has a modular format, such that each module can be used as a stand-alone instructional tool, or grouped together as a comprehensive textbook, making the text versatile for use in courses with diverse structures. The text also includes human-specific modules for each anatomical system, as many small, liberal arts colleges teach comparative and human anatomy in a single course. Detailed, human-specific modules may be added or removed, as needed for individual courses, depending on the scope and learning objectives of the class.
Department
Biology
Citation
Hillard, V. K, Whitenack, L. B., & Ryerson, B. (2025). Comparative Vertebrate and Human Anatomy: Ecology, Evolution, and Function. PALNI Open Press. https://doi.org/10.59319/YHFP2525
Publisher
PALNI Open Press
Version of Article
Published version
DOI
10.59319/YHFP2525
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Comparative Vertebrate and Human Anatomy: Ecology, Evolution, and Function by Vanessa K Hilliard; Lisa B. Whitenack; and Bill Ryerson is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License, except where otherwise noted.
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