Invertebrates

Intended both as an undergraduate text and as a reference guide, this book surveys the 34 phyla of animal invertebrates, describing the organic systems, body plans, and phylogeny of the organisms. Classifications and phylogenetic trees for all phyla are included. Color photographs and line drawings illustrate the material Annotation (c)2003 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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Introductory textbook frames the invertebrates within the context of evolutionary biology and develops around three fundamental themes: functional body architecture; developmental patterns and life history strategies; and evolution and phylogenetic relationships. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)