A taxonomic re-appraisal of the Passeriformes (Aves) based on the morphology of the plantar surface of the foot

The taxonomy of the Order Passeriformes, at the family level and above, is still in considerable flux. An historical review of the taxonomy, including traditional studies, and more recent works (particularly DNA-DNA hybridization), is given. The present study attempted to analyse little used charact...

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Main Author: Mann, Clive F.
Format: Thesis
Language:English
Published: 1988
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Online Access:https://repository.londonmet.ac.uk/2950/1/234312.pdf