Explore the Tree of Life: A Guide to All Species

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In summary, the Tree of Life is a comprehensive guide to all species on Earth, organized according to their evolutionary relationships. It is a visual representation of the interconnectedness and diversity of life on our planet, with over 2 million species currently included. The Tree of Life can be used as a tool for scientists to study and classify species, as well as for the general public to learn about and appreciate the incredible biodiversity of our world. Through this guide, we can gain a better understanding of the origins and relationships between different species, as well as the importance of conservation and preservation of our natural world.
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I was wondering if there was any resource out there that had a complete tree of life for all the species.
 
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Here's a starting point, try searching under 'phylogenetic tree'
 
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LightbulbSun said:
I was wondering if there was any resource out there that had a complete tree of life for all the species.

'All the species' represents millions and millions and millions, so the answer is probably no, but explicit parts of it can easily be found.

Here is a great resource: http://tolweb.org/tree/

It has lots of images, facts and references.

Here is one tree of life based on completely sequenced genomes

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/11/Tree_of_life_SVG.svg

References:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17050570?dopt=Abstract
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16513982?dopt=AbstractHere is an online generator of phylogenetic trees discussed in the above articles:

http://itol.embl.de/
 
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Moridin said:
'All the species' represents millions and millions and millions, so the answer is probably no, but explicit parts of it can easily be found.

Here is a great resource: http://tolweb.org/tree/

It has lots of images, facts and references.

Here is one tree of life based on completely sequenced genomes

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/11/Tree_of_life_SVG.svg

References:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17050570?dopt=Abstract
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16513982?dopt=Abstract


Here is an online generator of phylogenetic trees discussed in the above articles:

http://itol.embl.de/

Thanks, this is what I was looking for. :smile:
 
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1. What is the "Tree of Life" and why is it important?

The "Tree of Life" is a visual representation of the evolutionary relationships between all living species on Earth. It is important because it helps scientists understand the diversity of life and how different species are related to each other.

2. How many species are included in the "Tree of Life"?

It is estimated that there are around 8.7 million species on Earth, but the exact number is still unknown. The "Tree of Life" aims to include all known species and is constantly being updated as new species are discovered.

3. What information can I find in the "Explore the Tree of Life" guide?

The guide includes information on the classification, distribution, and evolutionary history of each species. It also provides images and descriptions of the physical characteristics and behaviors of each species.

4. How is the "Tree of Life" organized?

The "Tree of Life" is organized according to the principles of evolutionary taxonomy, where species are grouped based on their shared evolutionary history. This results in a branching tree-like structure with different levels of classification, such as kingdom, phylum, class, etc.

5. How can I use the "Explore the Tree of Life" guide in my research?

The guide can be used as a reference tool for studying the evolutionary relationships between different species. It can also be used to identify and compare species, as well as to track changes in their classification over time.

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