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Category : Embryology
Languages : en
Pages : 748
Book Description
Chondrocranium, reptiles - Miscellaneous papers
Author: Chondrocranium, mammals - Miscellaneous papers
Author: The National Union Catalog, Pre-1956 Imprints
Author: Library of CongressPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Catalogs, Union
Languages : en
Pages : 712
Book Description
Herpetology
Author: Laurie J. VittPublisher: Academic Press
ISBN: 0323139248
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 544
Book Description
Herpetology has always been one of the most exciting disciplines of zoology. During the past few years the field has continued to grow, yet it has been plagued by scarcity of comprehensive, up-to-date textbooks containing the most important developments. This timely book fills that void. Through skillful synthesis, the author summarizes the diversity in the biology of living amphibians and reptiles and describes the breadth of current herpetological research. Topics covered include the evolution, classification, development, reproduction, population, and environmental issues surrounding the study of amphibians and reptiles. Designed as an advanced undergraduate textbook, Herpetology is a valuable resource for students, practitioners, and interested amateurs alike. - Provides an incisive survey and much needed update of the field - Emphasizes the biological diversity among amphibians and reptiles - Details the most recent research findings, citing ke
The Biology of Chameleons
Author: Krystal A. TolleyPublisher: Univ of California Press
ISBN: 0520276051
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
They change color depending on their mood. They possess uniquely adapted hands and feet distinct from other tetrapods. They feature independently movable eyes. This comprehensive volume delves into these fascinating details and thorough research about one of the most charismatic families of reptilesÑChameleonidae. Written for professional herpetologists, scholars, researchers, and students, this book takes readers on a voyage across time to discover everything that is known about chameleon biology: anatomy, physiology, adaptations, ecology, behavior, biogeography, phylogeny, classification, and conservation. A description of the natural history of chameleons is given, along with the fossil record and typical characteristics of each genus. The state of chameleons in the modern world is also depicted, complete with new information on the most serious threats to these remarkable reptiles.
F.D. McCarthy, Commemorative Papers (archaeology, Anthropology, Rock Art)
Author: Jim SpechtPublisher:
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Category : Aboriginal Australians
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
Phylogenetic Relationships of the Lizard Families
Author: Richard EstesPublisher: Stanford University Press
ISBN: 9780804714358
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 660
Book Description
From Guinea Pig to Computer Mouse
Author: Ursula ZinkoPublisher:
ISBN:
Category : Alternative toxicity testing
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Phylogenetic Systematics and Biogeography of the Carphodactylini (Reptilia: Gekkonidae)
Author: Aaron M. BauerPublisher:
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Category : Geckos
Languages : en
Pages : 228
Book Description
Sharks of the World
Author: Leonard J. V. CompagnoPublisher: Food & Agriculture Org.
ISBN: 9789251045435
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 288
Book Description
An extensively rewritten, revised and updated version of the original FAO Catalogue of Sharks of the World. This volume reviews all 15 families, 25 genera and 57 species of living bullhead, mackerel and carpet sharks, including certain well-established but currently undescribed species, mainly from Australia.