Summary of The Serengeti Rules

The Serengeti Rules is a book by Sean B. Carroll that explores the science of how nature works, and how the same rules can be applied to preserving and restoring the natural world. The book follows the life and research of five pioneering scientists who discovered the fundamental laws of nature, from the genetic basis of development to the regulation of populations and ecosystems. By drawing on their findings, Carroll explains how the same principles that drive life on the Serengeti can be applied to the health of our planet as a whole. The book ultimately shows how understanding and applying these rules can help conserve some of the most threatened species and landscapes on Earth.