The Ptarmigan's Dilemma: An Ecological Exploration Into the Mysteries of Life

by Mary Theberge and John Theberge

Book Overview

Winner of the 2010 Lane Anderson Award

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0771085184
• ISBN13: 9780771085185
• Release Date: April 2011
• Publisher: McClelland & Stewart
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.1" x 8.9"