Phylogenetic Distance Metrics for Studies of Focal Species in Communities: Quantiles and Cumulative Curves
The phylogenetic distance between species often predicts differences in ecologically important traits. The phylogenetic diversity and structure of biological communities can inform our understanding of the processes that shape those communities, and there is a well-developed framework for comparing...
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Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2022-06-01
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1424-2818/14/7/521 |