American And Australasian Marsupials
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Author |
: Nilton C. Cáceres |
Publisher |
: Springer Nature |
Total Pages |
: 1648 |
Release |
: 2023-06-30 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783031084195 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3031084195 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (95 Downloads) |
Synopsis American and Australasian Marsupials by : Nilton C. Cáceres
This book focuses on the evolution, biogeography, systematics, taxonomy, and ecology of New World and Australasian marsupials, greatly expanding the current knowledge base. There are roughly 140 species of New World marsupials, of which the opossum is the best known. Thanks to recent research, there is now an increasing amount of understanding about their evolution, biogeography, systematics, ecology, and conservation in the Americas, especially in South America. There are also some 270 marsupial species in the Australasian region, many of which have been subject to research only in recent years. Based on this information and the authors’ extensive research, this book provides comprehensive insights into the world's marsupials. It will appeal to academics and specialized researchers, students of zoology, paleontology, evolutionary biology, ecology, physiology and conservation as well as interested non-experts.
Author |
: Chris R. Dickman |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2007 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0226146308 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780226146300 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (08 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Fragile Balance by : Chris R. Dickman
"The extraordinary story of these fascinating animals, A Fragile Balance, provides up-to-date information on marsupials without losing sight of the unique set of circumstances that led them to diversify Down Under. Covering all marsupial species in Australia, the book uses an evolutionary and natural history framework to interpret their biological traits. The general chapters on biology, evolution, natural history, cultural history and conservation are bounded by feature treatments of six species of note. A Fragile Balance is the first book to emphasize interactions among marsupials, and between marsupials and their environment, as well as between humans and marsupials. The text is completed by accounts of all known species, each including a basic biological and ecological description, a range map and a measure of conservation status."--BOOK JACKET.
Author |
: Don II Hunsaker |
Publisher |
: Elsevier |
Total Pages |
: 556 |
Release |
: 2012-12-02 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780323146203 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0323146201 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Biology of Marsupials by : Don II Hunsaker
The Biology of Marsupials is a compilation and analysis of the research conducted on New World marsupials that covers both Australian and didelphid marsupials. It is organized into nine chapters that aim to bring scientific community the information available on certain aspects of marsupial biology. After presenting data on karyotypes, comparative serology, classification, and phylogenetic inferences of marsupials, this book goes on discussing the organism's chromosomes, cell cycles, and cytogenetics. A chapter covers the ecological strategies and adaptations of marsupial family, particularly, of the Didelphis virginiana. Another chapter discusses marsupial neurology; evidence of commonalities with eutherian nervous systems; distinctive features peculiar to the marsupial subclass; and neural specialization identification of particular genera and species in this subclass. The following chapter describes the plasticity, variability, and generability of the behavior patterns of marsupials. This book also describes the anatomy and histologic, embryologic, and gerontologic observations of Marmosa robinsoni. The concluding chapters discuss diseases of both American and Australasian marsupials based on zoological, wildlife, parasitological, and veterinary medical studies. Supplemental texts are also provided. This book is ideal for researchers in the fields of developmental anatomy, immunology, neurology, and many aspects of comparative medicine and behavior.
Author |
: Robert S. Voss |
Publisher |
: Johns Hopkins University Press |
Total Pages |
: 327 |
Release |
: 2021-03-09 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781421439785 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1421439786 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (85 Downloads) |
Synopsis Opossums by : Robert S. Voss
Peering into every biological facet of the lives of these long-neglected mammals, the volume includes; introductory chapters explaining the paleontological and biogeographic context for opossum evolution; an overview of the extant fauna, which includes over 100 species in 18 genera ; a section devoted to opossum phenotypes: morphology, physiology, and behavior; detailed information on opossum natural history, including habitats, diets, predators, and parasites; in-depth and novel interpretations of opossums' adaptive radiation in a phylogenetic contextIntended for undergraduate biology majors, graduate students, and research professionals, this coherent and original portrait of opossums will be of particular interest to mammalogists, evolutionary biologists, and Neotropical field biologists as well as biomedical researchers working with Monodelphis domestica as a model organism.
Author |
: Ronald M. Nowak |
Publisher |
: JHU Press |
Total Pages |
: 244 |
Release |
: 2005-09-12 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0801882117 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780801882111 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (17 Downloads) |
Synopsis Walker's Marsupials of the World by : Ronald M. Nowak
Authoritative and engaging, this volume from the Walker's Mammals series focuses on marsupials, pouched animals whose unusual method of reproduction—between egg laying and placental birth—places them in a unique category among mammals. A comprehensive guide to the biology and distribution of marsupials, this book includes common and scientific names, size and physical traits, habitat and ecology, behavior and social interactions, reproduction, life span, and conservation. The text is coupled with illustrations from the collections of leading photographers and the world's greatest museums. An introduction by marsupial expert Christopher R. Dickman describes the evolution and current status of marsupials and reveals why they add so much intrigue to the natural world.
Author |
: Ken Richardson |
Publisher |
: CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages |
: 243 |
Release |
: 2012-07-18 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780643107151 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0643107150 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (51 Downloads) |
Synopsis Australia's Amazing Kangaroos by : Ken Richardson
This book provides an authoritative source of information on kangaroos and their relatives. Topics include: species characteristics and biology, adaptations and function, and conservation. The book also discusses culling and the commercial kangaroo harvest, as well as national attitudes to kangaroos and their value for tourism. There are 71 recognised species of kangaroo found in Australasia. Of these, 46 are endemic to Australia, 21 are endemic to the island of New Guinea, and four species are found in both regions. The various species have a number of common names, including bettong, kangaroo, pademelon, potoroo, quokka, rat kangaroo, rock wallaby, tree kangaroo, wallaby and wallaroo. Illustrated in full colour, Australia’s Amazing Kangaroos will give readers insight into the world of this intriguing marsupial – an animal that has pride of place on the Australian Coat of Arms.
Author |
: Ian D. Hume |
Publisher |
: Cambridge University Press |
Total Pages |
: 454 |
Release |
: 1999-05-27 |
ISBN-10 |
: 052159555X |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780521595551 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (5X Downloads) |
Synopsis Marsupial Nutrition by : Ian D. Hume
A comprehensive description of the food resources, digestive systems and metabolisms of marsupials, first published in 1999.
Author |
: Menna Jones |
Publisher |
: CSIRO PUBLISHING |
Total Pages |
: 508 |
Release |
: 2003 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0643066349 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780643066342 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (49 Downloads) |
Synopsis Predators with Pouches by : Menna Jones
'Predators With Pouches' deals with the carnivorous marsupial faunas of Australasia and the Americas. Written by experts in each field from all over the world, it provides a synthesis of current knowledge including paleontology, ecology, behavior and conservation.
Author |
: John A. Long |
Publisher |
: JHU Press |
Total Pages |
: 258 |
Release |
: 2002 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0801872235 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780801872235 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (35 Downloads) |
Synopsis Prehistoric Mammals of Australia and New Guinea by : John A. Long
Diagrams showing skeletal features and tooth structure and a glossary of technical terms are included.
Author |
: Federico Agnolin |
Publisher |
: Springer Nature |
Total Pages |
: 335 |
Release |
: |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783031562662 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3031562666 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (62 Downloads) |
Synopsis History of Cenozoic Mammals from South America by : Federico Agnolin