Phylogenetics, trait covariance analysis, and the evolution of fin and body shape in the surgeonfishes
Linnea L. Lungstrom, Mireille Farjo, Ryan Isdonas, Andrew B. George, Mark W. Westneat
The paper introduces a novel Pagels λ adjustment to model phylogenetic signal in trait covariance analysis, revealing ecological associations and evolutionary shape covariation in surgeonfishes.
Evolution · May 9, 2026Peer-reviewedEvolutionary Biology