We observe closely related species in sympatry and infer how they evolved from a common ancestor. Download Download Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Rotate quotes ancestor closely common
Thus the genetic basis to the origin of bird species is to be sought in the inheritance of adult traits that are subject to natural and sexual selection. Peter R. Grant adultbasisbird Change image and share on social
Species can be recognized by their morphological characteristics and songs. Peter R. Grant characteristicmorphologicalrecognize Change image and share on social
Males transmit signals in courtship through behavioral displays. Peter R. Grant behavioralcourtshipdisplay Change image and share on social
Mushrooms are miniature pharmaceutical factories, and of the thousands of mushroom species in nature, our ancestors and modern scientists have identified several dozen that have a unique combination of talents that improve our health. Paul Stamets ancestorcombinationdozen share on social
I tend to think of a myth and then explore how it would play out if it were happening in the modern-day world. I modify all the myths I use, but I stick very closely to their structure - it is the hidden teacher in me. Rick Riordan closelydayexplore share on social
What people don't understand about Sarah Palin is that she is a rancher's wife. From Alberta down to Texas I've known women like that: good common sense, bright and vilified by city people. Robert Duvall albertabrightcity Change image and share on social