The Evolutionary History of Elephants: Unveiling the Secrets of Proboscidea

Delve into the fascinating world of elephants and their fossil relatives, as revealed in this comprehensive book by William J. Sanders. The Proboscidea, with their origin deeply rooted in Africa some 60 million years ago, have undergone a complex and diverse phylogenetic journey.

African Origins: The Cradle of Proboscidean Evolution

Most major evolutionary events of proboscideans occurred in Africa, shaped by geological, paleoecological, geographic, and faunal contexts. This book provides an in-depth examination of these events, offering a unique perspective on the history of elephants.

Feeding Adaptations, Taxonomy, and Genetics: Uncovering the Secrets of Proboscideans

Stay updated with the latest information on feeding adaptations, taxonomy, and systematics, as well as genetics and site occurrences. The book presents this information in clear tables, figures, and charts, making it easy to understand and engage with.

A Comprehensive Review of African Proboscideans

This is the first comprehensive review of African proboscideans, highlighting the need for more active protection and conservation of elephants in modern ecosystems. The book emphasizes the crucial role of elephants in ecosystems, making a compelling case for their survival.

Key Features

• Provides a comprehensive systematic review of the African proboscidean fossil record
• Includes a summary of taxonomy, geochronology, biogeography, and morphology
• Synthesizes new data from genomic, isotopic, and microware analyses
• Emphasizes the importance of conservation and ecosystem preservation

Publisher: CRC Press
Publication Date: August 25, 2023
Language: English
ISBN: 9781032474090, 9781482254778