JOURNAL ARTICLE

Saint Patrick's Bane.

  • Published In: BioScience, 2024, v. 74, n. 12. P. 883 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Shine, Rick 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "Saint Patrick's Bane" explores the ecological and evolutionary significance of snakes on islands, highlighting their unique adaptations and challenges. It discusses the diversity, biogeography, and history of insular snake faunas, as well as the impact of island life on snake populations. The text emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts for island snakes, addressing threats such as habitat destruction, climate change, and invasive species. Overall, the article presents island snakes as valuable models for studying niche shifts and adaptation in ecology and evolution. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:BioScience. 2024/12, Vol. 74, Issue 12, p883
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Zoology
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0006-3568
  • DOI:10.1093/biosci/biae098
  • Accession Number:181825735
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