Herpetology : an introductory biology of amphibians and reptiles
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Herpetology : an introductory biology of amphibians and reptiles
Academic Press, c2009
3rd ed
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Previous ed.: c1993, c2001
Includes bibliographical references (p. 581-663) and indexes
Description and Table of Contents
Description
This third edition, now fully revised and updated by two of Dr. Zug's colleagues, provides herpetology students and amateur reptile and amphibian keepers with the latest taxonomy and species developments from around the world. Herpetology is a rapidly evolving field, which has contributed to new discoveries in many conceptual areas of biology. The authors build on this progress by updating all chapters with new literature, graphics, and discussions-many of which have changed our thinking.With a new emphasis placed on conservation issues, Herpetology continues to broaden the global coverage from earlier editions, recognizing the burgeoning reptile and amphibian research programs and the plight of many species in all countries and all biomes.New information on the remarkable advances in behavioral, physiological, and phylo-geographical data provide students with the current research they need to advance their education and better prepare their future in herpetology.
Table of Contents
- Part I. Evolutionary History
- Tetrapod Relationships and Evolutionary Systematics
- Development and Anatomy of Amphibians and Reptiles
- Evolution of Ancient and Modern Amphibians and Reptiles. Part II. Reproduction and Life Histories
- Modes of Reproduction and Parental Care
- Reproductive Ecology and Life Histories. Part III. Physiological Ecology
- Water Balance and Gas Exchange
- Thermoregulation, Performance, and Energetics. Part IV. Behavioral Ecology
- Spacing, Movements, and Orientation
- Communication and Social Behavior
- Foraging Ecology and Diets
- Defense and Escape. Part V. Population and Community Ecology
- Structure and Dynamics
- Community and Geographical Ecology
- Conservation Biology. Part VI. Classification and Diversity
- Caecilians
- Salamanders
- Frogs
- Turtles
- Crocodylians
- Tuataras, Lizards, and Snakes
- Glossary
- Bibliography
- Indexes
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