The Ptarmigan's Dilemma: An Exploration Into How Life Organizes and Supports Itself

by Mary Theberge and John Theberge

Book Overview

Drawing on breakthrough research in evolution, genetics, and on their extensive work in the field and lab, wildlife biologists John and Mary Theberge explain for non-scientists the real facts of life. Birds that suddenly grow gall bladders, when their species has none. Moose with antlers so big they encumber their movement through the forest. Butterflies that risk extinction by overwintering en masse. These are just a few stories the Theberges tell...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0771085192
• ISBN13: 9780771085192
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
• Length: 401 Pages
• Weight: 1.63 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 6.3" x 9.3"