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Author |
: Juan J. Alava |
Publisher |
: CRC Press |
Total Pages |
: 285 |
Release |
: 2017-07-12 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781351647632 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1351647636 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (32 Downloads) |
Synopsis Tropical Pinnipeds by : Juan J. Alava
Pinnipeds are a fascinating group of marine mammals that play a crucial role as apex predators and sentinels of the functioning and health of marine ecosystems. They are found in the most extreme environments from the Polar regions to the tropics. Pinnipeds are comprised of about 34 species, and of those at least 25% live permanently in tropical zones. This book reviews and updates current research on the biology, marine ecology, bio-monitoring, and conservation of tropical pinniped populations, including their behavior, anthropogenic stressors, and health. It also looks at challenges to be faced for the conservation of tropical pinnipeds, many of which are threatened species.
Author |
: William F. Perrin |
Publisher |
: Academic Press |
Total Pages |
: 1355 |
Release |
: 2009-02-26 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780080919935 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0080919936 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (35 Downloads) |
Synopsis Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals by : William F. Perrin
This thorough revision of the classic Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals brings this authoritative book right up-to-date. Articles describe every species in detail, based on the very latest taxonomy, and a host of biological, ecological and sociological aspects relating to marine mammals. The latest information on the biology, ecology, anatomy, behavior and interactions with man is provided by a cast of expert authors – all presented in such detail and clarity to support both marine mammal specialists and the serious naturalist. Fully referenced throughout and with a fresh selection of the best color photographs available, the long-awaited second edition remains at the forefront as the go-to reference on marine mammals. - More than 20% NEW MATERIAL includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more - Over 260 articles on the individual species with topics ranging from anatomy and behavior, to conservation, exploitation and the impact of global climate change on marine mammals - New color illustrations show every species and document topical articles FROM THE FIRST EDITION "This book is so good...a bargain, full of riches...packed with fascinating up to date information. I recommend it unreservedly it to individuals, students, and researchers, as well as libraries." --Richard M. Laws, MARINE MAMMALS SCIENCE "...establishes a solid and satisfying foundation for current study and future exploration" --Ronald J. Shusterman, SCIENCE
Author |
: Marianne Riedman |
Publisher |
: Univ of California Press |
Total Pages |
: 515 |
Release |
: 2023-12-22 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780520320086 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0520320085 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (86 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Pinnipeds by : Marianne Riedman
This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived makes high-quality, peer-reviewed scholarship accessible once again using print-on-demand technology. This title was originally published in 1990. This title is part of UC Press's Voices Revived program, which commemorates University of California Press’s mission to seek out and cultivate the brightest minds and give them voice, reach, and impact. Drawing on a backlist dating to 1893, Voices Revived
Author |
: Gisela Heckel |
Publisher |
: Springer Nature |
Total Pages |
: 236 |
Release |
: 2021-03-28 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783030631772 |
ISBN-13 |
: 303063177X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (72 Downloads) |
Synopsis Ecology and Conservation of Pinnipeds in Latin America by : Gisela Heckel
Pinnipeds are marine mammals that include eared seals, true seals, and walruses. This book presents detailed reviews on the ecology and conservation of 10 pinniped species along the coasts and islands in Latin America, from Mexico to Chile and Argentina. Topics covered include their population dynamics, trophic ecology, reproduction, and behavior. In addition, the book addresses major conservation issues regarding climate change, interaction with fisheries, ecotourism, and other human activities.
Author |
: Fritz Trillmich |
Publisher |
: Springer Science & Business Media |
Total Pages |
: 299 |
Release |
: 2012-12-06 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9783642763984 |
ISBN-13 |
: 3642763987 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (84 Downloads) |
Synopsis Pinnipeds and El Niño by : Fritz Trillmich
El Niño is a meteorological and oceanographic phenomenon, which occurs at irregular intervals in the eastern tropical Pacific. Its most obvious characteristic is the warming of surface waters, which causes enormous disturbances of the marine environment. A severe Niño may also affect continental systems worldwide. This book gathers in a comprehensive way the information available on the effects of the exceptionally strong 1982-83 Niño on a group of marine mammals, the pinnipeds. It presents an analysis of the effects of environmental stress on the populations of top predators. Data and interpretations are based on a most unusual collection of long-term studies of pinniped population dynamics, behavior and ecology which spanned the El Niño event. The responses of pinniped populations to the El Niño disturbance of the marine ecosystem also has important implications for the management and conservation of marine mammal populations.
Author |
: Annalisa Berta |
Publisher |
: Elsevier |
Total Pages |
: 575 |
Release |
: 2005-12-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780080489346 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0080489346 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (46 Downloads) |
Synopsis Marine Mammals by : Annalisa Berta
Berta and Sumich have succeeded yet again in creating superior marine reading! This book is a succinct yet comprehensive text devoted to the systematics, evolution, morphology, ecology, physiology, and behavior of marine mammals. The first edition, considered the leading text in the field, is required reading for all marine biologists concerned with marine mammals. Revisions include updates of citations, expansion of nearly every chapter and full color photographs. This title continues the tradition by fully expanding and updating nearly all chapters. - Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the biology of all marine mammals - Provides a phylogenetic framework that integrates phylogeny with behavior and ecology - Features chapter summaries, further readings, an appendix, glossary and an extensive bibliography - Exciting new color photographs and additional distribution maps
Author |
: George S. Fichter |
Publisher |
: Macmillan |
Total Pages |
: 163 |
Release |
: 2001-04-14 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781582381619 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1582381615 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (19 Downloads) |
Synopsis Whales, Dolphins, and Other Marine Mammals by : George S. Fichter
Full color guide gives information on natural history and evolution of marine mammals.
Author |
: Maria Cristina Fossi |
Publisher |
: Academic Press |
Total Pages |
: 514 |
Release |
: 2018-08-06 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780128122501 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0128122501 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (01 Downloads) |
Synopsis Marine Mammal Ecotoxicology by : Maria Cristina Fossi
Marine Mammal Ecotoxicology: Impacts of Multiple Stressors on Population Health provides tactics on how to develop a comprehensive methodology for the study of existing threats to marine mammals. By presenting a conservation-biology approach and new and emerging technologies, this work helps provide crucial knowledge on the status of marine mammal populations that not only helps readers understand the ecosystem's health, but also instigate mitigation measures. This volume provides information that helps investigators unravel the relationships between exposure to environmental stressors (e.g., climate change, pollutants, marine litter, pathogens and biotoxins) and a range of endpoints in marine mammal species. The application of robust examination procedures and biochemical, immunological, and molecular techniques, combined with pathological examination and feeding ecology, has led to the development of health assessment methods at the individual and population levels in wild marine mammals. - Provides a comprehensive, worldwide update and state of knowledge on current research and topics on marine mammal ecotoxicology - Includes coverage of both new and emerging technologies - Features a multidisciplinary approach that gives readers a broad, updated overview of the threats facing marine mammals and related conservation measures
Author |
: Geological and Geographical Survey of the Territories (U.S.) |
Publisher |
: |
Total Pages |
: 816 |
Release |
: 1880 |
ISBN-10 |
: OSU:32435031043912 |
ISBN-13 |
: |
Rating |
: 4/5 (12 Downloads) |
Synopsis History of North American pinnipeds, a monograph of the walruses, sea-lions, sea-bears and seals of North America, by J.A. Allen. 1880 by : Geological and Geographical Survey of the Territories (U.S.)
Author |
: Ronald M. Nowak |
Publisher |
: JHU Press |
Total Pages |
: 836 |
Release |
: 2003-05-28 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0801873436 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780801873430 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (36 Downloads) |
Synopsis Walker's Marine Mammals of the World by : Ronald M. Nowak
Marine mammals are among the most fascinating and most watched of Earth's many animal species, particularly for their many adaptations for life in and around the water and their unique methods of communication. This comprehensive guide to the order is for experts and enthusiasts alike.