Evolutionary Ecology of Plant-Herbivore Interaction

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Plant-herbivore interactions are a central topic in evolutionary ecology. Historically, their study has been a cornerstone for coevolutionary theory. Starting from classic ecological studies at the phenotypic level, it has since expanded to molecular and genomic approaches. After a historical perspective, the book’s subsequent chapters cover a wide range of topics: from populations to ecosystems; plant- and herbivore-focused studies; in natural and in man-modified ecosystems; and both micro- and macro-evolutionary levels. All chapters include valuable background information and empirical evidence. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to both students and researchers, and will hopefully stimulate further research in this exciting field of evolutionary biology.
Plant-herbivore interactions are a central topic in evolutionary ecology. Historically, their study has been a cornerstone for coevolutionary theory. Starting from classic ecological studies at the phenotypic level, it has since expanded to molecular and genomic approaches. After a historical perspective, the book’s subsequent chapters cover a wide range of topics: from populations to ecosystems; plant- and herbivore-focused studies; in natural and in man-modified ecosystems; and both micro- and macro-evolutionary levels. All chapters include valuable background information and empirical evidence. Given its scope, the book will be of interest to both students and researchers, and will hopefully stimulate further research in this exciting field of evolutionary biology.
The book covers a wide variety of novel topics in the interactions between plants, herbivores, parasites and pathogens. Studies cover scales ranging from populations to ecosystems, in wild and domesticated plant species alike. Includes examples from micro- and macro-evolutionary studies

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Juan Núñez-Farfán

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Plant mating system and defense Plant tolerance to damage Diversification of herbivores Plant functional traits Defaunation in plant communities Patterns of plant defense along latitudinal gradients Agricultural practices impact on insect interactions

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“The focus is on the areas of expertise of the authors—their research topics, systems, and approaches—giving the volume the feel of an enjoyable chat with an outstanding group of scientists. … This would be a great book for a graduate seminar, laboratory group, or anyone looking to cover a diversity of plant–herbivore topics. It is an enjoyable reminder of or introduction to how varied the field is.” (William C. Wetzel, The Quarterly Review of Biology, Vol. 96 (2), June, 2021)
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