Reproductive biology and phylogeny of birds
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Reproductive biology and phylogeny of birds
（Reproductive biology and phylogeny / series edited by Barrie G.M. Jamieson, v. 6A-6B）
Science Publishers, c2007
- part A
- part B
Available at 6 libraries
Note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Pt. A. Phylogeny, morphology, hormones, fertilization. -- pt. B. Sexual selection, behavior, conservation, embryology, genetics
Description and Table of Contents
- Volume
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part A ISBN 9781578083862
Description
Aspects of reproduction covered in this volume include classification and phylogeny as revealed by molecular biology; anatomy of the male reproductive tract and organs; anatomy and evolution of copulatory structures; development and anatomy of the female reproductive tract; endocrinology of reproduction; ovarian dynamics and follicle development; spermatogenesis and testicular cycles; avian spermatozoa: structure and phylogeny; testis size, sperm size and sperm competition and lastly, fertilization.
Table of Contents
- Classification and Phylogeny
- Anatomy of the Testis and Male Reproductive Tract
- Anatomy and Evolution of Copulatory Structures
- Developmental Anatomy of the Female Reproductive Tract
- Endocrinology of Reproduction
- Ovarian Dynamics and Follicle Development
- Spermatogenesis and Testicular Cycles
- Avian Spermatozoa: Structure and Phylogeny
- Testis Size, Sperm Size and Sperm Competition
- Fertilization
- Volume
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part B ISBN 9781578084449
Description
The second part of volume 6 discusses sexual selection of ultraviolet and structural signals; melanins and carotenoids as feather colorants and signals; sexual selection and auditory signaling; odors and chemical signaling; sexual dimorphism; sexual selection, signal selection and the handicap principle; courtship and copulation; sexual conflict and its implications for fitness; intra- and extra-pair paternity; parental care (including cooperative breeding); brood parasitism in birds; applications of reproductive biology to bird conservation and population management; embryogenesis and development; molecular genetics of avian sex determination and gonadal development. Many new illustrations are provided throughout the volume.
Table of Contents
- Sexual Selection of Ultraviolet and Structural Color Signals
- Melanins and Carotenoids as Feather Colorants and Signals
- Odors and Chemical Signaling
- Sexual Dimorphism
- Sexual Selection, Signal Selection and the Handicap Principle
- Courtship and Copulation
- Sexual Conflict an dits Implications for Fitness
- Intra- and Extrapair Paternity
- Evolution of Parental Care and Cooperative Breeding
- Brood Parasitism in Birds
- Applications of Reproductive Biology to Bird Conservation and Population Management
- Embryogenesis and Development
- Molecular Genetics of Avian Sex Determination and Gonadal Differentiation
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