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Biology and Evolution of Crocodylians
Crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials—the Crocodylia, known collectively as crocodylians—are the world’s largest living reptiles.The largest of them, probably the estuarine or saltwater crocodile, Crocodylus porosus, can grow to almost twenty feet and weigh more than two thousand pounds.Crocodylians are creatures of great contrast. They can remain patiently still for ages, yet can also move like lightning to snap up a meal.They are formidably strong, active predators, with jaws that can tear apart large prey items, yet a mother or a father can gently assist hatchlings out of the eggs, and carry them to the water between their teeth. Because large crocodylians can (and do) eat people, they invite fear and loathing, but they also inspire curiosity and admiration.Biology and Evolution of Crocdylians is a comprehensive review of current knowledge about the world’s largest and most famous living reptiles.Gordon Grigg’s authoritative and accessible text and David Kirshner’s stunning artwork and color photographs combine expertly in this contemporary celebration of crocodiles, alligators, caimans, and gharials.This book showcases the skills and capabilities that allow crocodylians to live how and where they do.It covers the biology and ecology of the extant species, conservation issues, crocodilian-human interaction, and the evolutionary history of the group.Richly illustrated with more than five hundred color photographs and black-and-white illustrations, this book will be a benchmark reference work for crocodylian biologists, herpetologists, and vertebrate biologists for years to come.
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The Solitary Bees : Biology, Evolution, Conservation
The most up-to-date and authoritative resource on the biology and evolution of solitary beesWhile social bees such as honey bees and bumble bees are familiar to most people, they comprise less than 10 percent of all bee species in the world.The vast majority of bees lead solitary lives, surviving without the help of a hive and using their own resources to fend off danger and protect their offspring.This book draws on new research to provide a comprehensive and authoritative overview of solitary bee biology, offering an unparalleled look at these remarkable insects. The Solitary Bees uses a modern phylogenetic framework to shed new light on the life histories and evolution of solitary bees.It explains the foraging behavior of solitary bees, their development, and competitive mating tactics.The book describes how they construct complex nests using an amazing variety of substrates and materials, and how solitary bees have co-opted beneficial mites, nematodes, and fungi to provide safe environments for their brood.It looks at how they have evolved intimate partnerships with flowering plants and examines their associations with predators, parasites, microbes, and other bees.This up-to-date synthesis of solitary bee biology is an essential resource for students and researchers, one that paves the way for future scholarship on the subject. Beautifully illustrated throughout, The Solitary Bees also documents the critical role solitary bees play as crop pollinators, and raises awareness of the dire threats they face, from habitat loss and climate change to pesticides, pathogens, parasites, and invasive species.
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Moths : Their biology, diversity and evolution
Moths is an accessible introduction to the stunning diversity, life habits and evolution of moths.This insect group encompasses 128 of the 135 families of the scaly winged insects (Lepidoptera), with some 140,000 known species.Moths are among the most successful of the Earth's inhabitants, with an ancient history, some fossils being dated to 190 million years old.This book traces the structure and development of these winged insects and reveals some of their extraordinary adaptations, such as caterpillars that communicate with ants, as well as ruthless survival tactics - including blood-sucking, feeding on the tears of sleeping birds, and cannibalism of their own mothers.It also exposes their essential roles in ecosystems and manifold interactions with humans.Often considered denizens of the night, hopelessly allured by light and voracious destroyers of clothes, the book shines a spotlight on moths, illuminating the bright side of their astonishing diversity.
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The Giraffe : Biology, Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour
Provides a comprehensive overview of one of nature's most engaging mammals Covers fossil history, taxonomy, genetics, physiology, biomechanics, behavior, ecology, and conservationIncludes genetic analysis of five of the six subspecies of modern giraffesIncludes giraffe network studies from Laikipia Kenya, Etosha National Park, Namibia andSamburu National Reserve, Kenya
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Animal Developmental Biology : Embryos, evolution, and ageing
Written primarily for 16-19-year-old students, this primer introduces the subject of developmental biology through a wide range of organisms, offering insights into the fundamental principles that shape life's diverse and extraordinary forms.It covers all the essential topics, including cell biology, cell signalling, cell specialization, genomic control of development, evidence for evolution, and cell ageing and death. The author guides students carefully and gradually through the concise contents, providing a robust basis for understanding the molecular and morphological events that occur during embryo development, but that are also important in adult homeostasis, regeneration, and disease.Students will delve into the secrets of stem cells, the marvels of regeneration, and the paradox of how a broadly conserved genome can support the biodiversity we see throughout the natural world.Engaging case studies and 'scientific approach' boxes challenge the reader to think critically and practice scientific inquiry, while open-ended discussion questions draw on students' creativity and curiosity. Animal Developmental Biology is the ideal companion for students transitioning from biology at school to university.It offers a first taste of biology beyond the classroom and illustrates the relevance of concepts encountered at school to current research. Digital formats and resourcesThe book is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats, and is supported by online resources:· The e-book offers a mobile-compatible experience and convenient access along with functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support: www.oxfordtextbooks.co.uk/ebooks · Online resources, available for registered adopters, include downloadable figures and tables from the book.
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Biology and Evolution of the Mollusca, Volume 1
Molluscs comprise the second largest phylum of animals (after arthropods), occurring in virtually all habitats.Some are commercially important, a few are pests and some carry diseases, while many non-marine molluscs are threatened by human impacts which have resulted in more extinctions than all tetrapod vertebrates combined.This book and its companion volume provide the first comprehensive account of the Mollusca in decades.Illustrated with hundreds of colour figures, it reviews molluscan biology, genomics, anatomy, physiology, fossil history, phylogeny and classification.This volume includes general chapters drawn from extensive and diverse literature on the anatomy and physiology of their structure, movement, reproduction, feeding, digestion, excretion, respiration, nervous system and sense organs.Other chapters review the natural history (including ecology) of molluscs, their interactions with humans, and assess research on the group.Key features of both volumes: up to date treatment with an extensive bibliography; thoroughly examines the current understanding of molluscan anatomy, physiology and development; reviews fossil history and phylogenetics; overviews ecology and economic values; and summarises research activity and suggests future directions for investigation. Winston F Ponder was a Principal Research Scientist at The Australian Museum in Sydney where he is currently a Research Fellow.He has published extensively over the last 55 years on the systematics, evolution, biology and conservation of marine and freshwater molluscs, as well as supervised post graduate students and run university courses. David R. Lindberg is former Chair of the Department of Integrative Biology, Director of the Museum of Paleontology, and Chair of the Berkeley Natural History Museums, all at the University of California.He has conducted research on the evolutionary history of marine organisms and their habitats on the rocky shores of the Pacific Rim for more than 40 years.The numerous elegant and interpretive illustrations were produced by Juliet Ponder.
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Biology
So you plan on majoring in Biology. Why wouldn't you want to use what's been described as the best majors' text for learning the subject?That's what you get with Solomon, Martin, Martin and Berg's BIOLOGY.Working like a built-in study guide, the integrated learning system guides you through the material, starting with key concepts for each chapter and learning objectives for each section.Check your grasp of key points before moving on by answering Checkpoint questions at the end of each section.Reinforce your understanding of the learning objectives with chapter summaries, followed by the opportunity to test your new knowledge.To further help you "get it," the eleventh edition uses themes--among others, the evolution of life and the inter-relationship of structure and function--as well as interactive online and multimedia resources.Ready to go for it? Then go for BIOLOGY.
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The Diversity of Fishes : Biology, Evolution and Ecology
THE DIVERSITY OF FISHES The third edition of The Diversity of Fishes is a major revision of the widely adopted ichthyology textbook, incorporating the latest advances in the biology of fishes and covering taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, biogeography, ecology, and behavior.Key information on the evolution of various fishes is also presented, providing expansive and conclusive coverage on all key topics pertaining to the field.To aid in reader comprehension, each chapter begins with a summary that provides a broad overview of the content of that chapter, which may be particularly useful for those using the text for a course who don’t intend to address every chapter in detail.Detailed color photographs throughout the book demonstrate just some of the diversity and beauty of fishes that attract many to the field.A companion website provides related videos selected by the authors, instructor resources, and additional references and websites for further reading.Sample topics covered and learning resources included in The Diversity of Fishes are as follows: How molecular genetics has transformed many aspects of ichthyology The close relationship between structure and function, including adaptations to special environments Many physical and behavioral adaptations reflecting the fact that many fishes are both predators and prey Fish interactions with other species within fish assemblages and broader communities, plus their impacts on ecosystems Global maps that more accurately represent the comparative sizes of oceans and land masses than maps used in prior editions For students, instructors, and individuals with an interest in ichthyology, The Diversity of Fishes is an all-in-one introductory resource to the field, presenting vast opportunities for learning, many additional resources to aid in information retention, and helpful recommendations on where to go to explore specific topics further.
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