Evolution of Vertebrate Sensory Systems
8th Annual Karger Workshop, Washington, D.C., November 1996. "Brain, Behavior and Evolution", Vol 50, No 4
Published on 8. September 1997
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78 pages
978-3-8055-6574-5 (ISBN)
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Since there is only the most limited fossil record of sensory systems available, much of the evolutionary history of vertebrate sensory systems has to be extrapolated from a thorough knowledge of comparative sensory biology. The papers in this publication illustrate the two contrasting themes of conservation and innovation in the evolution of structures and functions of sensory systems. Leading experts apply their knowledge of comparative sensory biology in an attempt to add to our understanding of the evolution of vertebrate sensory systems. Readers will find many new ideas and fresh insights into how sensory systems may have evolved.
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Evolution of sensory pathways in vertebrates, A.B. Butler and W. Hodos; the evolution of tetrapod ears and the fossil record, J.A. Clack; evolution of the ear and hearing - issues and questions, R.R. Fay and A.N. Popper; evolution of vertebrate olfactory systems, H.L. Eisthen; evolution of taste and solitary chemoreceptor cell systems, T.E. Finger; the evolution of vertebrate electrosensory systems, J.G. New; the evolution of eyes, R.D. Fernald.