Citation
An introduction to niche construction theory
TL;DR
Niche construction is now recognized as a significant evolutionary process
Accessible introduction to niche construction theory summarizing two decades of research since the foundational 2003 book. Covers theoretical developments, empirical evidence, and applications across ecology and evolution. Useful entry point for understanding niche construction concepts.
Key Findings from Laland et al. (2016)
- Niche construction is now recognized as a significant evolutionary process
- Empirical evidence supports niche construction across diverse taxa
- Theory has applications in ecology, evolution, and human sciences