David Chapple

Aug 12, 2024 | cell.com | Ian Brennan |Cromwell Road |David Chapple |J. Scott Keogh

Highlights•A new and reliable species tree of Tiliquini skinks (bluetongues and relatives)•Patterns of morphological trait evolution are heterogeneous•Nested “bursts” in evolution lead to new phenotypesSummaryAnimal phenotypes evolve and diverge as a result of differing selective pressures and drift. These processes leave unique signatures in patterns of trait evolution, impacting the tempo and mode of morphological macroevolution.

Jul 22, 2024 | australiangeographic.com.au | Arman Pili |David Chapple

Alien species are those brought by humans to areas they do not naturally occur in. These intruders are Australia’s leading cause of biodiversity loss and species extinction. They also cost the Australian economy some AU$24.5 billion a year. Invasive alien species become much harder and more expensive to manage as they establish and spread through the landscape. So preventing their arrival is vital. But which species will arrive next?

Jul 16, 2024 | msn.com | Arman Pili |David Chapple

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Jul 16, 2024 | phys.org | Arman Pili |David Chapple

Australia is renowned for its native flora and fauna, but did you know the continent is also home to about 3,000 "alien" species of animals, plants, fungi and microbes? Alien species are those brought by humans to areas they do not naturally occur in.

Jul 15, 2024 | theconversation.com | Arman Pili |David Chapple

Australia is renowned for its native flora and fauna, but did you know the continent is also home to about 3,000 “alien” species of animals, plants, fungi and microbes? Alien species are those brought by humans to areas they do not naturally occur in. These intruders are Australia’s leading cause of biodiversity loss and species extinction. They also cost the Australian economy some A$24.5 billion a year.