New Study Sheds More Light on Evolution of Lepidosaurs

New research led by University of Bristol scientists sheds light on how lepidosaurs -- the most diverse clade of tetrapods, including lizards and snakes -- have evolved remarkably varied jaw shapes, driving their extraordinary ecological success. The post New Study Sheds More Light on Evolution of Lepidosaurs appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

Dec 11, 2024 - 12:15
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New Study Sheds More Light on Evolution of Lepidosaurs
Rates of evolution of jaw morphology in Lepidosauria. Image credit: Ballell et al., doi: 10.1098/rspb.2024.2052.

New research led by University of Bristol scientists sheds light on how lepidosaurs -- the most diverse clade of tetrapods, including lizards and snakes -- have evolved remarkably varied jaw shapes, driving their extraordinary ecological success.

The post New Study Sheds More Light on Evolution of Lepidosaurs appeared first on Sci.News: Breaking Science News.

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