A Checklist Of Host Parasite Interactions Of The Order Crocodylia

Author : Marisa Tellez
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 389 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-05-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520957367

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A Checklist of Host-Parasite Interactions of the Order Crocodylia by Marisa Tellez Pdf

Records of parasitism in crocodilians date back to the early 1800s, distributed among various types of published and unpublished materials. Analyzing parasite-host specificity, geographic distribution, and taxonomy can provide otherwise cryptic details about crocodilian ecology and evolution, as well as their local food web dynamics. This information is critical for improved conservation tactics for both crocodilians and their habitat. As climate change, anthropogenic conflict, and environmental pollution endanger crocodilian ecosystems, there is a need for organized information on crocodile, alligator, caiman, and gharial infectious diseases. This volume meets this need by delivering the first checklist of crocodilians and their parasites for researchers and scholars in biology, herpetology, and ecology in order to further the knowledge and study of crocodilian-parasite dynamics and improve our understanding of human impacts on ecosystems.

Author : Holly N. Woodward,James O. Farlow
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 693 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-09-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780253066473

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Ruling Reptiles by Holly N. Woodward,James O. Farlow Pdf

Modern crocodylians—crocodiles, alligators, caiman (Central and South America), and gharials (India)—have evolved over 250 million years from a fully terrestrial, bipedal ancestor. Along with birds, crocodylians are the only living members of Archosauria, the group including nonavian dinosaurs. Ruling Reptiles features contributions on a broad range of topics surrounding crocodylian evolution and biology including osteology, osteohistology, developmental biology, myology, odontology, functional morphology, allometry, body size estimation, taphonomy, parasitology, ecology, thermophysiology, and ichnology. It demonstrates how the wide variety of these studies can also provide crucial insights into dinosaurian biology and evolution. Featuring the latest findings and interpretations, Ruling Reptiles: Crocodylian Biology and Archosaur Paleobiology is an essential resource for zoologists, biologists, and paleontologists.

Author : Gert Flik,Geert Wiegertjes
Publisher : Taylor & Francis
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2004-07-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781135319786

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Host-Parasite Interactions by Gert Flik,Geert Wiegertjes Pdf

This volume summarizes current research into the physiology and molecular biology of host-parasite interactions. Brought together by leading international experts in the field, the first section outlines fundamental processes, followed by specific examples in the concluding section. Covering a wide range of organisms, Host-Parasite Interactions is essential reading for researchers in the field.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 366 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-14
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0080950884

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Natural History of Host-Parasite Interactions by Anonim Pdf

This volume covers a wide range of systems, exemplified by a broad spectrum of micro- and macro-parasites, impacting humans, domestic and wild animals and plants. It illustrates the importance of evolutionary considerations and concepts, both as thinking tools for qualitative understanding or as guiding tools for decision making in major disease control programs. * Brings together a range of articles from scientists from different fields of research and/or disease control, but with a common interest in studying the biology of a variety of parasitic diseases * Evolutionary theory has an important role to play in both the interpretation of host and parasitic dynamics and the design and application of disease control programs

Author : Serge Morand,Boris R. Krasnov
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010-07
Category : Medical
ISBN : STANFORD:36105215374369

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The Biogeography of Host-Parasite Interactions by Serge Morand,Boris R. Krasnov Pdf

This edited volume demonstrates how the latest developments in biogeography (for example in phylogenetics, macroecology, and geographic information systems) can be applied to studies in the evolutionary ecology of host-parasite interactions in order to integrate spatial patterns with ecological theory.

Author : Dr. Mark A. Colwell
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2010-11-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520947962

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Shorebird Ecology, Conservation, and Management by Dr. Mark A. Colwell Pdf

Shorebirds are model organisms for illustrating the principles of ecology and excellent subjects for research. Their mating systems are as diverse as any avian group, their migrations push the limits of endurance, and their foraging is easily studied in the open habitats of estuaries and freshwater wetlands. This comprehensive text explores the ecology, conservation, and management of these fascinating birds. Beginning chapters examine phylogenetic relationships between shorebirds and other birds, and cover shorebird morphology, anatomy, and physiology. A section on breeding biology looks in detail at their reproductive biology. Because shorebirds spend much of their time away from breeding areas, a substantial section on non-breeding biology covers migration, foraging ecology, and social behavior. The text also covers shorebird demography, population size, and management issues related to habitat, predators, and human disturbances. Throughout, it emphasizes applying scientific knowledge to the conservation of shorebird populations, many of which are unfortunately in decline.

Author : Donald W. Duszynski
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2015-09-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780128027127

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The Biology and Identification of the Coccidia (Apicomplexa) of Marsupials of the World by Donald W. Duszynski Pdf

The Biology and Identification of the Coccidia (Apicomplexa) of Marsupials of the World contains the most up-to-date information on the former order marsupial that is now partitioned by mammalogists into seven separate orders that contain 20 families, 86 genera, and 318 species that live on land or in trees in Oceania and the Americas. Marsupials, like other vertebrate animals have many different kinds of parasites (e.g. viruses, protozoa, worms, arthropods, etc.), but there is no definitive text that covers any one of these groups found in all marsupials. Coccidiosis is a serious global problem in most domesticated animals, and under increasing circumstances of loss of habitat and crowding, may also affect some wild animal populations, thus, there is a real need for their identification and control. Offers line drawings and photomicrograph of each parasite from each hosts species, including methods of identification and treatment Presents a complete historical rendition of all known publications on coccidia (and their closest relatives) from all marsupials species on Earth, and evaluates the scientific and scholarly merit of each Provides a complete species analysis of the known biology of every coccidian described from marsupials Reviews the most current taxonomy of marsupials and their phylogenetic relationships needed to help assess host-specificity and evaluate what little cross-transmission work is available

Author : Jean-Christophe Vié,Craig Hilton-Taylor,S. N. Stuart
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Biodiversity conservation
ISBN : 9782831710631

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Wildlife in a Changing World by Jean-Christophe Vié,Craig Hilton-Taylor,S. N. Stuart Pdf

"Wildlife in a Changing World" presents an analysis of the 2008 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Beginning with an explanation of the IUCN Red List as a key conservation tool, it goes on to discuss the state of the world s species and provides the latest information on the patterns of species facing extinction in some of the most important ecosystems in the world, highlighting the reasons behind their declining status. Areas of focus in the report include: freshwater biodiversity, the status of the world s marine species, species susceptibility to climate change impacts, the Mediterranean biodiversity hot spot, and broadening the coverage of biodiversity assessments."

Author : Filippo Aureli,Frans B. M. Waal
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 428 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2000-08-07
Category : Psychology
ISBN : 0520223462

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Natural Conflict Resolution by Filippo Aureli,Frans B. M. Waal Pdf

"Filippo Aureli and Frans De Waal have succeeded in cross-fertilizing fields as disparate as ethology and medieval law to create a rich new field of research -- natural conflict resolution. It makes one see conflict resolution among humans through a new and fascinating lens. This is a landmark contribution!"—William Ury, co-author Getting to YES, author of Getting Past No and Getting to Peace

Author : IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1989
Category : Nature conservation
ISBN : 9782880329860

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The Conservation Biology of Tortoises by IUCN/SSC Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group Pdf

Author : David Hancocks
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 308 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2001
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0520236769

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A Different Nature by David Hancocks Pdf

"A well-written and provocative, opinion-rich account of zoos, their history, and their goals and purposes. Hancocks has earned the right to speak authoritatively about these subjects, thanks to his tenure as director of two leading U. S. zoos. This book will appeal to general readers and to all persons interested in zoos and their role in conservation and education."—John Alcock, author of Animal Behavior: An Evolutionary Approach "Giraffes, elephants, gorillas, snakes, and toucans respond poorly to the usual conventions of human architecture. Zoo architects usually respond no less poorly to the needs of animals. David Hancocks draws on a lifetime's experience working as a zoo director and zoo architect to explore this dilemma, and offers a compelling vision for the future. This is an important book for those interested in conservation as well as for zoo and museum buffs."—William Conway, former President and General Director of the Wildlife Conservation Society and the Bronx Zoo "For over two decades David Hancocks has fervently tried to reform the fundamental character and mission of zoos. This book is his most thorough analysis of what is wrong with them and his most detailed and compelling plea for improvement. Every conscientious zoo administrator, curator, and keeper should read it from cover to cover with an open mind. Professionals in botanical gardens, museums, and nature parks should also consider this treatise because Hancocks advocates that a fusion of all of these institutions into a new entity better positioned to interpret the entire biosphere."-Mark A. Dimmitt, Director of Natural History, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum

Author : Bruce Miller,Arthur W. Kendall
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 377 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2009-06-10
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520943766

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Early Life History of Marine Fishes by Bruce Miller,Arthur W. Kendall Pdf

The life cycles of fishes are complex and varied, and knowledge of the early life stages is important for understanding the biology, ecology, and evolution of fishes. In Early Life History of Marine Fishes, Bruce S. Miller and Arthur W. Kendall Jr., bring together in a single reference much of the research available and its application to fishery science—knowledge increasingly important because for most fishes, adult populations are determined at the earliest stages of life. Clear and well written, this book offers expert guidance on how to collect and analyze larval fish data and on how this information is interpreted by applied fish biologists and fisheries managers.

Author : Gerald W. Esch
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789400908376

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Parasite Communities: Patterns and Processes by Gerald W. Esch Pdf

We first discussed the possibility of organizing a symposium on helminth communities in June, 1986. At that time, we were engaged in writing a joint paper on potential structuring mechanisms in helminth communities; we disagreed on a number of issues. We felt the reason for such debate was because the discipline was in a great state of flux, with many new concepts and approaches being introduced with increasing frequency. After consider able discussion about the need, scope and the inevitable limitations of such a symposium, we decided that the time was ripe to bring other ecologists, engaged in similar research, face-to-face. There were many individuals from whom to choose; we selected those who were actively publishing on helminth communities or those who had expertise in areas which we felt were particularly appropriate. We compiled a list of potential participants, contacted them and received unanimous support to organize such a symposium. Our intent was to cover several broad areas, fully recognizing that breadth negates depth (at least with a publisher's limitation on the number of pages). We felt it important to consider patterns amongst different kinds of hosts because this is where we had disagreed among ourselves.

Author : Richard Marshall Eakin
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1964
Category : Science
ISBN : 0520003691

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Vertebrate Embryology by Richard Marshall Eakin Pdf

Author : Stuart Shigeo Sumida
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 151 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 1990-09-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520097551

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Vertebral Morphology, Alternation of Neural Spine Height, and Structure in Permo-Carboniferous Tetrapods, and a Reappraisal of Primitive Modes of Terrestrial Locomotion by Stuart Shigeo Sumida Pdf

In this volume the author examines the pervasive pattern of alternation of structure and height of vertebral neural spines in the context of a larger review of axial structure in the most terrestrial of primitive Permo-Carboniferous tetrapods. He concludes that a coupled pattern of axial dorsiflexion and rotation played a significant role in primitive terrestrial locomotion.