Herpetology an introductory biology of amphibians and reptiles George R. Zug.
Detalles de publicación: San Diego Academic Press c1993.Descripción: xv, 527 p. ill., maps 24 cmISBN:- 0127826203 (acid-free paper)
- 597.6 20
- QL641 .Z84 1993
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Herpetology has always been one of the most exciting disciplines of zoology. During the past few years the field has continued to grow, yet it has been plagued by scarcity of comprehensive, up-to-date textbooks containing the most important developments. This timely book fills that void. Through skillful synthesis, the author summarizes the diversity in the biology of living amphibians and reptiles and describes the breadth of current herpetological research. Topics covered include the evolution, classification, development, reproduction, population, and environmental issues surrounding the study of amphibians and reptiles. Designed as an advanced undergraduate textbook, Herpetology is a valuable resource for students, practitioners, and interested amateurs alike.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 469-507) and indexes.
Amphibians -- Origin and evolution of amphibians -- Reptiles -- Origin and evolution of reptiles -- Diet and feeding -- Defense and escape -- Modes of reproduction and development -- Dynamics of reproduction -- Spacing, movements, and orientation -- Homeostasis: air, heat, and water -- Population structure and dynamics -- Population and species interactions -- Systematics: theory and practice -- Caecilians and salamanders -- Frogs -- Turtles and crocodilians -- Lizards, amphisbaenians, and tuataras -- Snakes.
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- Preface
- Acknowledgments
- Part I Evolutionary History
- Chapter 1 Tetrapod Relationships and Evolutionary Systematics
- Amphibians and Reptiles-Evolutionary History
- Systematics-Theory and Practice
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 2 Anatomy of Amphibians and Reptiles
- Development and Growth
- Integument-The External Envelope
- Skeleton and Muscles-Support, Movement, and Form
- Nerves and Sense Organs-Coordination and Perception
- Heart and Vascular Network-Internal Transport
- Digestive and Respiratory Organs-Waste Removal and Propagation
- Urinary and Reproductive Organs-Waste Removal and Propagation
- Endocrine Glands-Chemical Regulators and Initiators
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 3 Evolution of Ancient and Modern Amphibians and Reptiles
- History of Amphibians
- History of Reptiles
- Additional Reading
- References
- Part II Reproduction and Life Histories
- Chapter 4 Modes of Reproduction and Parental Care
- Gametogenesis and Fertilization
- Reproductive Modes
- Sexual versus Asexual Reproduction
- Parental Care
- Evolution of Parental Care
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 5 Reproductive Ecology and Life Histories
- Reproductive Ecology
- Life Histories
- Additional Reading
- References
- Part III Physiological Ecology
- Chapter 6 Water Balance and Gas Exchange
- Water and Salt Balance
- Respiratory Gas Exchange
- Respiration and Metabolism
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 7 Thermoregulation, Performance, and Energetics
- Thermoregulation
- Dormancy
- Energetics
- Additional Reading
- References
- Part IV Behavioral Ecology
- Chapter 8 Spacing, Movements, and Orientation
- Local Distribution of Individuals
- Movements, Homing, and Migrations
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 9 Communication and Social Behavior
- Communication
- Reproductive Behavior
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 10 Foraging Ecology and Diets
- Foraging Modes
- Detecting, Capturing, and Eating Prey
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 11 Defense and Escape
- Predator Avoidance
- Offsetting the Effects of Parasitism
- Additional Reading
- References
- Part V Population and Community Ecology
- Chapter 12 Population Structure and Dynamics
- Characteristics of Populations
- Population Structure and Growth
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 13 Community and Geographical Ecology
- Communities
- Geography of Populations
- Additional Reading
- References
- Chapter 14 Conservation Biology
- General Principles
- Human Impact on Amphibian and Reptile
- Preservation and Management-Ideals and Problems
- Additional Reading
- References
- Part VI Classification and Diversity
- Chapter 15 Caecilians
- Overview
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Chapter 16 Salamanders
- Overview
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Chapter 17 Frogs
- Overview
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Chapter 18 Turtles
- Overview
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Chapter 19 Crocodylians
- Overview
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Chapter 20 Tuataras and Lizards
- Overview-Sphenodontida
- Taxonomic Account
- Overview-Squamata
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Chapter 21 Snakes
- Overview
- Taxonomic Accounts
- Glossary
- Bibliography
- Taxonomic Index
- Author Index
- Subject Index