This book presents a detailed study of budding in compound ascidians, focusing on the genera Goodsiria and Perophora. Authored by William Emerson Ritter, the work delves into the intricacies of asexual reproduction in these marine invertebrates. It offers valuable insights into the developmental biology of ascidians, providing a comprehensive analysis of the budding process. This text is an essential resource for researchers and students in marine biology, zoology, and developmental biology, offering a foundational understanding of invertebrate reproduction and coloniality.
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