Evolution of Fossil Ecosystems
| By: | Selden, Paul; Nudds, John |
| Publisher: | Elsevier S & T |
| Print ISBN: | 9780124046290 |
| eText ISBN: | 9780124046375 |
| Edition: | 2 |
| Format: | Reflowable |
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The first edition of Evolution of Fossil Ecosystems was widely praised for its coverage and approach in describing and illustrating 14 well-known fossil sites from around the world. The authors have now updated the text and added 6 new chapters with many new color illustrations. Following a general introduction to fossil Lagerstätten, each chapter deals with a single site and follows the same format: its evolutionary position and significance; its background sedimentology, stratigraphy and palaeoenvironment; a description of the biota and palaeoecology; a comparison with other similar Lagerstätten; and a list of relevant museums and suggestions for visiting the sites. This study of exceptionally well-preserved fossil sites from different periods in geological time provides a picture of the evolution of ecosystems through the ages.
- Covers several sites that are not listed in other Lagerstatten books making this the most comprehensive book on the topic;
- Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 450 color photographs and diagrams;
- Provides value to a wide range of students and professionals in palaeontology and related sciences.