A Revision Of The Spider Genus Selenops Latreille 1819 Arachnida Araneae Selenopidae In North America Central America And The Caribbean

Author : Sarah C. Crews
Publisher : PenSoft Publishers LTD
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2011-06-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789546425942

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A revision of the spider genus Selenops Latreille, 1819 (Arachnida, Araneae, Selenopidae) in North America, Central America and the Caribbean by Sarah C. Crews Pdf

The spider genus Selenops occurs in both the Old World and New World subtropics and tropics and contains nearly half of the species in the family Selenopidae. These spiders are extremely flattened dorsoventrally and are amongst the fast-est animals in the world. Despite the large size of some species, these aforementioned characteristics can make them difficult to detect. In this monograph the species from North America, Central America and Caribbean Islands (excluding Cuban endemics) are revised. In total, 21 new species are described and 6 species are synonymized. The males of S. bani and S. marcanoi, and the females of S. phaselus and S. geraldinae are described for the first time. Almost all species are redescribed, with new illustrations, including the internal female copulatory organs, most of which are illustrated for the first time. New distributional records and a key to species are also provided.

Author : Sarah C. Crews,Mark S. Harvey
Publisher : PenSoft Publishers LTD
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-19
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789546425973

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The spider family Selenopidae (Arachnida, Araneae) in Australasia and the Oriental Region by Sarah C. Crews,Mark S. Harvey Pdf

ÿThe Selenopidae are a family of medium to large spiders with extremely flattened bodies. They are exceptional in that both their running and striking speeds place them amongst the world?s fastest animals. They occur in all habitable continents but are most abundant in tropical and adjacent realms. Selenopid spiders are usually found under rocks or under tree bark, and have the ability to squeeze into tight crevices. The family currently comprises around 200 species in five genera. In this monograph, four new genera and 27 new species are described from Australia and the Oriental Region, bringing the world total to nine genera and over 230 species. Several species previously placed in Selenops are transferred to the new genera. The Australian fauna is found to be more diverse than previously documented with a total of 24 species, 23 of which are new. A key to the genera of Selenopidae is provided, as are keys to the species of the new genera Karaops and Makdiops.

Author : Richard J. Adams
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 317 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2014-01-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780520276604

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Field Guide to the Spiders of California and the Pacific Coast States by Richard J. Adams Pdf

"A user-friendly guide to identifying and understanding the spiders of the Pacific Coast. There are 67 families of spiders found in North America, and 59 of them can be found in California. This field guide will cover all 59 of those families, including introduced species and common garden spiders--those will be given extra coverage. Each family is reviewed including details of their identification, taxonomy, distribution, and natural history. There will be a full color plate for each of the families."--

Author : Vincent L. Bels,Anthony P. Russell
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 594 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2023-03-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031114410

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Convergent Evolution by Vincent L. Bels,Anthony P. Russell Pdf

This volume presents a series of case studies, at different levels of inclusivity, of how organisms exhibit functional convergence as a key evolutionary mechanism resulting in responses to similar environmental constraints in mechanically similar ways. The contributors to this volume have selected and documented cases of convergent evolution of form and function that are perceived to be driven by environmental abiotic and/or biotic challenges that fall within their areas of expertise. Collectively these chapters explore this phenomenon across a broad phylogenetic spectrum. The sequence of chapters follows the organizational principle of increasing phylogenetic inclusivity, rather than the clustering of chapters by perceived similarity of the phenotypic features or biomechanical challenges being considered. This is done to maintain focus on the evolutionary phenomenon that is the primary subject matter of the book, thereby providing a basis for discussion among the readership about what is necessary and sufficient to justify the recognition of functional convergence. All chapters stress the need for integrative approaches for the elucidation of both pattern and process as they relate to convergence at various taxonomic levels.

Author : David Penney,Paul A. Selden,Paul Selden
Publisher : Siri Scientific Press
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Amber fossils
ISBN : 9780955863653

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Fossil Spiders by David Penney,Paul A. Selden,Paul Selden Pdf

Compared to insects, fossil spiders have received only scant attention in the literature. Previously, the only works available were numerous scientific papers, many published in foreign languages. Most of these are basic descriptive taxonomic works, with very few considering broader biological concepts. Despite a significant increase in the discovery and description of fossil spiders within the last quarter Century this void remained unfilled. Thus, this short monograph aims to achieve several objectives. Firstly, to provide general and up to date background information on the overall importance and diversity of fossils spiders, including an indication of those groups for which the taxonomy is spurious and in need of reassessment. Secondly, to discuss the techniques available for working with fossil spiders and some of the problems encountered by palaeoarachnologists, including bias and limitations of the spider fossil record. Thirdly, the overall evolutionary history of spiders is summarized in the form of an evolutionary tree, which is subsequently used to address key issues of broad interest, such as origins, diversifications and extinctions, including the effects of mass extinctions and predator-prey co-radiations. Finally, the contribution that fossil data can make to understanding the past and present biogeography of the order is considered. This book should be of interest to both amateur and professional arachnologists and palaeontologists and will also serve as a general palaeontological reference work for neonologists studying extant spiders.

Author : Rudy Jocqué,Anna Sophia Dippenaar-Schoeman
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 344 pages
File Size : 41,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Arachnida
ISBN : STANFORD:36105127760580

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Spider Families of the World by Rudy Jocqué,Anna Sophia Dippenaar-Schoeman Pdf

This book provides a concise overview and descriptions of the 107 spider families that are presently recognized. It contains identification keys to the families and to the different kinds of spider webs, and shortcuts to remarkable types of spiders.

Author : Gershom Levy
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 244 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Science
ISBN : CORNELL:31924086566407

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Araneae, Theridiidae by Gershom Levy Pdf

The aim of this series, which represents the joint efforts of zoologists from Israel and several other countries, is to describe and illustrate in detail all species of the area. The systematic section of each volume is preceded by brief chapters on general morphology, ecology and zoogeography.

Author : Ivy Ivy Press,Norman Platnick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 259 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2020-05-26
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9781782407508

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Spiders by Ivy Ivy Press,Norman Platnick Pdf

Spiders of the World explores the huge diversity of spider species and their fascinating traits, with profiles of 117 families accompanied by expert commentary and beautiful photographs.

Author : Darrell Ubick,Pierre Paquin,Paula Elizabeth Cushing,Vincent D. Roth
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 425 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2017
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0998014605

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Spiders of North America by Darrell Ubick,Pierre Paquin,Paula Elizabeth Cushing,Vincent D. Roth Pdf

This beautifully illustrated and updated guide to the spider families and genera north of Mexico is an indispensable reference for both amateur naturalists and professional arachnologists. It provides keys to over 600 genera in 71 different families.

Author : Quentin D. Wheeler,Rudolf Meier
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 410 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2000-06-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780231506625

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Species Concepts and Phylogenetic Theory by Quentin D. Wheeler,Rudolf Meier Pdf

No question in theoretical biology has been more perennially controversial or perplexing than "What is a species?" Recent advances in phylogenetic theory have called into question traditional views of species and spawned many concepts that are currently competing for general acceptance. Once the subject of esoteric intellectual exercises, the "species problem" has emerged as a critically important aspect of global environmental concerns. Completion of an inventory of biodiversity, success in conservation, predictive knowledge about life on earth, management of material resources, formulation of scientifically credible public policy and law, and more depend upon our adoption of the "right" species concept. Quentin D. Wheeler and Rudolf Meier present a debate among top systematic biology theorists to consider the strengths and weaknesses of five competing concepts. Debaters include (1) Ernst Mayr (Biological Species Concept), (2) Rudolf Meier and Rainer Willmann (Hennigian species concept), (3) Brent Mishler and Edward Theriot (one version of the Phylogenetic Species Concept), (4) Quentin Wheeler and Norman Platnick (a competing version of the Phylogenetic Species Concept), and (5) E. O. Wiley and Richard Mayden (the Evolutionary Species Concept). Each author or pair of authors contributes three essays to the debate: first, a position paper with an opening argument for their respective concept of species; second, a counterpoint view of the weakness of competing concepts; and, finally, a rebuttal of the attacks made by other authors. This unique and lively debate format makes the comparative advantages and disadvantages of competing species concepts clear and accessible in a single book for the first time, bringing to light numerous controversies in phylogenetic theory, taxonomy, and philosophy of science that are important to a wide audience. Species Concepts and Phylogenetic Theory will meet a need among scientists, conservationists, policy-makers, and students of biology for an explicit, critical evaluation of a large and complex literature on species. An important reference for professionals, the book will prove especially useful in classrooms and discussion groups where students may find a concise, lucid entrée to one of the most complex questions facing science and society.

Author : Fernando Pérez-Miles
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2020-12-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030486440

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New World Tarantulas by Fernando Pérez-Miles Pdf

The Theraphosidae are the most famous and diverse mygalomorph spiders, and include some of the largest arachnids on earth. Their unique defense mechanisms, predatory tactics, reproductive strategies and ecological adaptations are displayed by a wide range of terrestrial, burrowing and arboreal species. These arachnids are familiar to the general public thanks to horror movies and a growing interest in tarantulas as pets; however, scientific information on the group is scattered throughout the literature and not easily available. This book reviews all major aspects of New World Theraphosid tarantulas and provides in-depth information on their evolution, taxonomy, behavior, physiology, ecology, reproduction, conservation and biogeography. As a comprehensive guide to the biology of tarantulas, it will appeal to researchers, students and terrarium hobbyists alike.

Author : Mark S. Harvey
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 41,6 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Science
ISBN : 0643068058

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Catalogue of the Smaller Arachnid Orders of the World by Mark S. Harvey Pdf

Contains a valuable summary of bibliographic information, enabling readers to access the worldwide literature for these smaller orders.

Author : Carmen Viera,Marcelo O. Gonzaga
Publisher : Springer
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2017-11-02
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783319657172

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Behaviour and Ecology of Spiders by Carmen Viera,Marcelo O. Gonzaga Pdf

Within the last few decades, arachnology in the Neotropical region has experienced a great development filling the knowledge gap in one of the most diverse regions of the world. Nevertheless, large geographical areas remain poorly sampled, especially within the Amazon, and new genera and species have been continuously discovered, even in urban areas. In congruence with the recent improvements in research, several aspects of the ecology, behaviour and natural history of spiders, such as interactions with other predators and parasitoids, social interactions, dispersal patterns, habitat requirements, mating behaviors, among others, are being carefully investigated. These recent contributions incorporate substantial information on the preexisting knowledge on these subjects every year. Our main objective with this book is to present a summary on these new researches and on the currently knowledge on the main subjects involved in the general theme, emphasizing the contribution of the rich fauna of the Neotropical region to the research of behaviour and ecology of the spiders.

Author : Kirsten E. Nicholson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 108 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Polychrotidae
ISBN : 177557010X

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It Is Time for a New Classification of Anoles (Squamata: Dactyloidae) by Kirsten E. Nicholson Pdf

Author : Karim V. D. Hodge,Ellen Joan Censky
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 76 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : STANFORD:36105133431978

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The Reptiles and Amphibians of Anguilla, British West Indies by Karim V. D. Hodge,Ellen Joan Censky Pdf