Caudata (Salamander) Evolution & Diversity

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Why are plethodontids so diverse?

Tropical (especially montane) distribution → high speciation

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Is direct development the main reason for diversity?

No (not unique to them)

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Why doesn’t direct development evolve everywhere?

  • Fewer offspring

  • Requires moisture

  • Evolutionary constraints

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Why can larvae be advantageous?

Access aquatic resources + increase offspring number

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What is phenotypic plasticity?

Same genotype → different phenotypes