Host-parasite evolution : general principles and avian models
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Host-parasite evolution : general principles and avian models
Oxford University Press, 1997
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Includes bibliographical references and index
Description and Table of Contents
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pbk ISBN 9780198548928
Description
This is a question-oriented volume with a solid organismal foundation that will help to bridge the gap between evolutionary ecologists and parasitologists. A range of experts have written chapters that review general concepts and provide a detailed survey of the parasites of a major group of hosts. The book concludes with extensive reviews of methods used to study bird parasites. It is a novel and valuable tool for anyone interested in understanding host-parasite
interactions, particularly from an evolutionary perspective.
Table of Contents
- Chapter 1 - Introduction
- Part I: General Principles
- Chapter 2 - Parasite-mediated natural selection
- Chapter 3 - Immune defence: genetic control
- Chapter 4 - Behavioural defence
- Chapter 5 - Parasite-mediated sexual selection: endocrine aspects
- Chapter 6 - Parasitism and the evolution of host life history
- Chapter 7 - Host-parasite processes and demographic consequences
- Chapter 8 - The role of parasites in bird conservation
- Chapter 9 - Community ecology of parasites and free-living animals
- Chapter 10 - Comparative studies of host parasite communities
- Chapter 11 - Host-parasite cospeciation: history, principles and prospects
- Chapter 12 - Host-parasite cospeciation, host switching and missing the boat
- Part II: Avian Models
- Chapter 13 - Birds as habitat for parasites
- Chapter 14 - Viruses, bacteria and fungi of birds
- R S1HAPTER 15 - PROTOZOA, HELMINTHS AND ARTHROPODS OF BIRDS
- Chapter 16 - Avian brood parasites
- Chapter 17 - Conclusion: Evolution of host-parasite interactions
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hbk ISBN 9780198548935
Description
This question-oriented volume seeks to bridge the gap between evolutionary ecologists and parasitologists. A range of experts have written chapters that review general concepts and provide a detailed survey of the parasites of a major group of hosts. The book concludes with extensive reviews of methods used to study bird parasites. It should be of use to anyone interested in understanding host-parasite interactions, particularly from an evolutionary perspective.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 - Introduction. Part I: General Principles. Chapter 2 - Parasite-mediated natural selection. Chapter 3 - Immune defence: genetic control. Chapter 4 - Behavioural defence. Chapter 5 - Parasite-mediated sexual selection: endocrine aspects. Chapter 6 - Parasitism and the evolution of host life history. Chapter 7 - Host-parasite processes and demographic consequences. Chapter 8 - The role of parasites in bird conservation. Chapter 9 - Community ecology of parasites and free-living animals. Chapter 10 - Comparative studies of host parasite communities. Chapter 11 - Host-parasite cospeciation: history, principles and prospects. Chapter 12 - Host-parasite cospeciation, host switching and missing the boat. Part II: Avian Models. Chapter 13 - Birds as habitat for parasites. Chapter 14 - Viruses, bacteria and fungi of birds. Chapter 15 - Protozoa, helminths and arthropods of birds. Chapter 16 - Avian brood parasites. Chapter 17 - Conclusion: Evolution of host-parasite interactions
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