Phylogenetic Pedigree on the Organization in the Fauna
Our pedigree is intended as a support for science and teaching
The formulation of systematic relations in accordance with phylogenetic characteristics is subject to criticism for postulating an immense number of taxa. The system, which results from it is unimaginably large and is thus impossible to examine it adequately.
We have also noticed this problem during our studies. While textbooks and scientific research often show only segments more or less complete, holistic presentations are either confusing or under complex. However, to us it seems vital to the project of the der organization of the fauna, that such a systematic also appears to be organized. A concise presentation of zoological taxa thus would contribute essentially to the organization of the fauna. And this is where we intend to offer an alternative with our work.
The objective of the project is an informative and lucid graphic presentation of the forms of organization in the fauna. It is necessary to weigh between trivial simplification and confusion regarding completeness in a way that the topic really seems organized to the viewer. Thus, it is about simplifying the access to this complex topic and thus simplify teaching and work in this discipline.
Understanding supports sensitivity
The relevance of this work exceeds its academic benefit. Beeing able to recognize known animals and humans in the context of our phylogenetic pedigree, may enfold an effect in many ways. In any case, it illustrates the lineage and thus our place with the fauna from a biological point of view. The observer may thus gain a new perspective on the cohabitation and may be sensetized to the recognition of the different forms of this community.
So, anyone who is concerned about changes in biodiversity and the associated loss of species and taxa, finds a useful ally in our info graphic to confront this extensive problem in an informed way.
Phylogenetic Pedigree on the structures of the forms of organization in the fauna (PDF)
Supplement to the pedigree (PDF)
Research group
- Emilian Gores
- Valentina Fonseca Doncel
- Maike Blankenhagen
Mentor
- Prof. Dr. Matthias Glaubrecht