JOURNAL ARTICLE

THE EVOLUTIONARY ROMANCE BETWEEN PLANTS AND ANIMALS.

  • Published In: Science News, 2025, v. 207, n. 2. P. 62 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Tripathy-Lang, Alka 3 of 3

Abstract

In "The Evolutionary Romance Between Plants and Animals," science writer and paleontologist Riley Black explores the interconnected relationship between ancient plants and animals, highlighting how plant evolution influenced the size and development of prehistoric creatures like the Apatosaurus. Black's book, "When the Earth Was Green," vividly portrays ancient worlds and the pivotal role of plants in shaping ecosystems and driving evolutionary changes. By emphasizing the symbiotic relationship between plants and animals, Black challenges traditional narratives of conquest and colonization in paleontology, presenting a more nuanced perspective on the coevolution of life on Earth. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2025/02, Vol. 207, Issue 2, p62
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Earth and Atmospheric Sciences
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:182381839
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