This diagram is an example of a simple ... Phylogenetic trees are fractal in the sense that the same pattern is found whether we consider recently diverged lineages or deep splits in the tree of life.

To help you explore this tree and understand the ... understanding to the test by playing our version of the game of life. Start by building your own phylogenetic trees by analyzing the traits ...

Although phylogenetic inference is a rich and complex field, it is based on the simple idea that as long ... to understanding where on the tree of life these species' distinctive traits arose.