Evolution of Mammals on Islands

J. BRISTOL FOSTER

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journal article Apr 01, 1964

Evolution of Mammals on Islands

J. BRISTOL FOSTER

Nature Vol. 202 No. 4929 pp. 234-235 · Springer Science and Business Media LLC

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Published: Apr 01, 1964
Vol/Issue: 202(4929)
Pages: 234-235
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J. BRISTOL FOSTER (1964). Evolution of Mammals on Islands. Nature, 202(4929), 234-235. https://doi.org/10.1038/202234a0

Evolution of Mammals on Islands

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