Mammalogy

Mammalogy is the branch of zoology that studies mammals, including their diversity, classification, behavior, ecology, and evolution.

Mammalia: Mammalia is the class of vertebrates distinguished by traits including hair and milk-producing mammary glands. This broader taxonomic group contains every animal studied in mammalogy.
Mammalian evolution: Mammalian evolution is the history of the origin and diversification of mammals and their ancestors. It connects living species and fossils into a shared history.
Wildlife survey: A wildlife survey is a systematic method for estimating the presence, distribution, or abundance of wild animals. Surveys provide data on mammal populations and their changes.
Monotremes: Monotremes are egg-laying mammals, represented today by the platypus and echidnas. Their reproduction illustrates an unusual branch of mammalian diversity.
Cryptic species: Cryptic species are distinct biological species that are difficult to distinguish by appearance alone. Genetic studies continue to reveal hidden diversity among mammals.
Mammalian taxonomy: Mammalian taxonomy classifies mammals into named groups according to their relationships and defining traits. It organizes mammalogy’s subject matter into comparable lineages.
Phylogenetics: Phylogenetics reconstructs evolutionary relationships among organisms using shared characteristics and genetic evidence. Mammalogists use it to test how mammal groups are related.
Camera trap: A camera trap is a remotely triggered camera used to photograph wildlife without continuous human presence. It records elusive mammals while limiting disturbance.
Marsupials: Marsupials are mammals whose young are born relatively undeveloped and typically continue development attached to a teat. Their life histories offer a major comparison with placental mammals.
Species delimitation: Species delimitation is the process of determining which populations constitute separate species. Mammal classification can change as new evidence distinguishes populations.

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