Author: Rayman Lilly (author)Publisher:
ISBN: 9781370414314
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Unexpected Mating
Author: Rayman Lilly (author)Publisher:
ISBN: 9781370414314
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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Mating Systems and Strategies
Author: Stephen M. ShusterPublisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691206880
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
This book presents the first unified conceptual and statistical framework for understanding the evolution of reproductive strategies. Using the concept of the opportunity for sexual selection, the authors illustrate how and why sexual selection, though restricted to one sex and opposed in the other, is one of the strongest and fastest of all evolutionary forces. They offer a statistical framework for studying mating system evolution and apply it to patterns of alternative mating strategies. In doing so, they provide a method for quantifying how the strength of sexual selection is affected by the ecological and life history processes that influence females' spatial and temporal clustering and reproductive schedules. Directly challenging verbal evolutionary models that attempt to explain reproductive behavior without quantitative reference to evolutionary genetics, this book establishes a more solid theoretical foundation for the field. Among the weaknesses the authors find in the existing data is the apparent ubiquity of condition-dependent mating tactics. They identify factors likely to contribute to the evolution of alternative mating strategies--which they argue are more common than generally believed--and illustrate how to measure the strength of selection acting on them. Lastly, they offer predictions on the covariation of mating systems and strategies, consider the underlying developmental biology behind male polyphenism, and propose directions for future research. Informed by genetics, this is a comprehensive and rigorous new approach to explaining mating systems and strategies that will influence a wide swath of evolutionary biology.
The Natural History of the Crustacea: Reproductive Biology
Author: Rickey CothranPublisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 0190688564
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
This is the sixth volume of a ten-volume series on The Natural History of the Crustacea. The volume synthesizes in nineteen chapters our current understanding of diverse topics in crustacean reproductive biology. In the first part of this book, the chapters address allocation strategies to reproduction, gamete production, brooding behavior, and other components of parental care in crustaceans. The second part of the volume centers on sexual systems in crustaceans. The third section of the volume covers crustacean mating systems and sexual selection. Reproductive Biology ends with three chapters covering diverse topics including reproductive rhythms, crustacean personality research, and record breaking crustaceans with respect to reproductive characters.
The Chicken
Author: Joseph BarberPublisher: Princeton University Press
ISBN: 0691184569
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 225
Book Description
A comprehensive, richly illustrated celebration of the natural history of the chicken Inherently social creatures, chickens are enjoying a renaissance as prized members of many households and small farms. From feathers and flock formation to imprinting and incubating, The Chicken provides a comprehensive, richly illustrated guide to understanding how chickens live, think, and act both alongside people and independently. Starting with the evolution of chickens nearly 10,000 years ago and their adaptations to life with humans, The Chicken also analyzes the anatomy and behavior of modern domesticated chickens and provides practical tips for helping these amazing birds thrive. Featuring a stunning gallery of breeds with detailed profiles, the book also includes a directory of the most striking examples of chickens that have elevated this species from backyard egg producers to prize-winning poultry. Provides an accessible, comprehensive, and richly illustrated look at the chicken Features a finely illustrated directory of forty popular breeds and their characteristics and care requirements Covers the anatomy, physiology, and behavior of chickens Offers insights into the intelligence and distinctive thought processes of chickens Includes “theory into practice” panels to help chicken keepers better understand their birds
The Mating Manual
Author: Elizabeth Schneps AloniPublisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 059533251X
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Relationship Coach, Elizabeth Schneps Aloni provides a step-by-step guide to finding the love you want. Are you ready to find the love of your life? Do you want to create opportunities for love wherever you go? Do you want to create an environment so love can just walk right in? Are you ready to feel fulfilled and actually enjoy the dating process? If you said yes to any of these questions then The Mating Manual is for you. Written with humor and honesty, The Mating Manual, provides you with the answers on how to create fulfilling relationships and find the love of your life. If you are ready for the love that has evaded you in the past, then The Mating Manual is for you. You have all the tools, you just need The Manual. The Mating Manual is a dating and relationship book like no other. It is not about rules or tricks or games. It is about being real and authentic. It is about dating and loving it; using the dating journey as a valuable opportunity to know and honor yourself deeply. Through this book you will be able to look at your dating and relationships as a powerful learning experience rather then as a frustrating means to some end. How cool is that? VERY! Now read on...
A Fable for Our Time
Author: Thomas McLoughlinPublisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 0595222609
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A Fable For Our Time Human behavior is, to other humans, a constant source of entertainment and puzzlement: what pleases some horrifies others; what some run to, others run from. Sometimes the more one strives to steer one's life in a direct line, the more it goes astray; and at other times it collides directly into another's life coming the opposite way. Such is this tale; and it is also a narration of how very often humans, by carelessness and vindictiveness, destroy the very thing that attracts them. The description of human intimacy, necessary to demonstrate the natural progression of human bondage, is not intended to be vulgar, but may be too detailed for some readers.
His Bewildered Mate
Author: Brea AlepoúPublisher:
ISBN: 9781689544184
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
Book Description
True mates are found in the most unlikely of places. Rhy, a weretiger with a heart so big, that when an elderly woman comes in looking for her lost cat, Mr. Fluffkins, Rhy knew he had to help. He had no way of knowing that it would lead him to his true mate.Dillan (Mr. Fluffkins), has lived his whole life wishing he was more than just a cat. He never felt right walking around on four paws. He tried to be a normal cat; tried to talk to other animals but it wasn't possible. They couldn't think in full sentences or communicate. It was more of feeling they had then what they thought. He watched television, so he could studying humans and what they did. He wanted to interact like humans. His owners showed one another so much love and were always doing something together. Dillan ached to have what they have.Love, loss, and tender moments. A dream to have the one person that completes you. Warning** Slow burn. This book is shifter Mpreg pregnancy is mentioned in this book. this is the first book of the series. The series will need to be read in order, as new couples will be introduced but old one's stories will continue. They will be intertwined. This is a HEA.
The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems
Author: David ShukerPublisher: OUP Oxford
ISBN: 0191667129
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 355
Book Description
Insects display a staggering diversity of mating and social behaviours. Studying these systems provides insights into a wide range of evolutionary and behavioural questions, such as the evolution of sex, sexual selection, sexual conflict, and parental care. This edited volume provides an authoritative update of the landmark book in the field, The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems (Thornhill and Alcock, 1983), which had such a huge impact in shaping adaptationist approaches to the study of animal behaviour and influencing the study of the evolution of reproductive behaviour far beyond the taxonomic remit of insects. This accessible new volume brings the empirical and conceptual scope of the original book fully up to date, incorporating the wealth of new knowledge and research of the last 30 years. It explores the evolution of complex forms of sex determination in insects, and the role of sexual selection in shaping the evolution of mating systems. Selection arising via male contest competition and female choice (both before and after copulation) are discussed, as are the roles of parasites and pathogens in mediating the strength of sexual selection, and the role that parental care plays in successful reproduction. The Evolution of Insect Mating Systems is suitable for both graduate students and researchers interested in insect mating systems or behaviour from an evolutionary, genetical, physiological, or ecological perspective. Due to its interdisciplinary and concept-driven approach, it will also be of relevance and use to a broad audience of evolutionary biologists.
The Mating Hunt
Author: Bonnie VanakPublisher: Bonnie Vanak Publishing
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 161
Book Description
Welcome to the sensual world of the Lupine, where the burning drive to mate claims all... Arianna Sanders doesn’t remember everything that happened to her when she was 12. All she knows is a savage monster left her terrified of sex and a freak among Lupines, werewolves known for their sensual nature. Her guardian is the only male she trusts, the one she secretly desires. Arianna longs to overcome her fear and make love with the sexy, mysterious shifter. But Kyle Morgan harbors a dark secret, one that if Arianna knew, would send her screaming into the night. The fiercely protective Kyle hungers for the voluptuous Arianna, who’s been teased for her generous backside. He thinks she’s perfect and dreams about consummating the passion smoldering between them. When Arianna makes a lethal mistake and is told she must mate before the full moon or face execution by the powerful Silver Wizard, Kyle knows the time has come. He must tame the savage, sexual beast inside him before he can claim the woman he’s vowed to protect from all harm. But a greater threat emerges when Kyle and Arianna find three missing Lupine children stolen by humans. Vowing to protect the children with their lives, they must band together to fight a growing evil that threatens the entire Lupine population, an evil that will reignite Arianna’s old terrors…
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