ABSTRACT

The Vertebrata is one of the most speciose groups of animals, comprising more than 58,000 living species. This book provides a detailed account on the comparative anatomy, development, homologies and evolution of the head, neck, pectoral and forelimb muscles of vertebrates. It includes hundreds of illustrations, as well as numerous tables showing t

chapter 1|5 pages

Introduction and Aims

chapter 2|14 pages

Methodology and Material

chapter 6|23 pages

Head and Neck Muscles of Amphibians

chapter 7|43 pages

Head and Neck Muscles of Reptiles

chapter 11|30 pages

General Comments