The evolution of unique cranial traits in leporid lagomorphs

Background The leporid lagomorphs (rabbits and hares) are adapted to running and leaping (some more than others) and consequently have unique anatomical features that distinguish them from ochotonid lagomorphs (pikas) and from their rodent relatives. Two traits that have received some attention are...

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Main Authors: Amber P. Wood-Bailey, Philip G. Cox, Alana C. Sharp
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: PeerJ Inc. 2022-11-01
Series:PeerJ
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Online Access:https://peerj.com/articles/14414.pdf