This textbook provides a comprehensive introduction to the biology of invertebrate animals, covering their classification, structure, function, development, and evolution. It emphasizes comparative anatomy and physiology across major invertebrate phyla, integrating ecological and evolutionary perspectives. Widely used in zoology courses, the book helps students understand the diversity and comp…
Surveys invertebrate phyla, emphasizing evolutionary adaptations and morphological/physiological insights; reorganized text; includes bibliographies