Evolutionary Biology

Evolutionary Biology is a subfield of biology that studies the processes and patterns of biological evolution. It examines how species change over time through mechanisms such as natural selection, genetic drift, mutations, and gene flow. This discipline seeks to understand the origins and diversification of life on Earth, integrating knowledge from genetics, paleontology, ecology, and comparative anatomy. Evolutionary biology also explores the relationships among different organisms, categorizing them based on evolutionary history and genetic relationships. The field is pivotal for understanding biodiversity, adaptation, and the development of traits in populations over time, as well as the underlying genetic and environmental factors that drive these changes.