American And Australasian Marsupials

Author : Nilton C. Cáceres,Christopher R. Dickman
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 1648 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2023-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783031084195

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American and Australasian Marsupials by Nilton C. Cáceres,Christopher R. Dickman Pdf

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 : Don II Hunsaker
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 556 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780323146203

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The Biology of Marsupials by Don II Hunsaker Pdf

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 : Michael Kennedy,IUCN/SSC Australasian Marsupial and Monotreme Specialist Group
Publisher : IUCN
Page : 122 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 1992
Category : Nature
ISBN : 2831700523

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Australasian Marsupials and Monotremes by Michael Kennedy,IUCN/SSC Australasian Marsupial and Monotreme Specialist Group Pdf

Australia, Papua New Guinea, and eastern Indonesia together share all the monotremes (egg-laying mammals) of the world and all the marsupials (pouched mammals) except those of the Americas. There is an urgent need for concerted action to conserve the marsupials and monotremes of the Australasian region. Australia has the worst extinction rate for the mammals of any continent or country and Papua New Guinea and eastern Indonesia are undergoing rapid development which, if not properly planned and controlled, could threaten the habitat of many marsupials, as well as other species.This Action Plan provides an overall perspective of the problems that confront conservation agencies and NGOs in the region and recommends actions required before the year 2000.

Author : C. Hugh Tyndale-Biscoe
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780643062573

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Life of Marsupials by C. Hugh Tyndale-Biscoe Pdf

In Life of Marsupials, one of the world's leading experts explores the biology and evolution of this unusual group - with their extraordinary diversity of forms around the world - in Australia, New Guinea and South America. -back cover.

Author : Rebecca Stefoff
Publisher : Marshall Cavendish
Page : 100 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0761426973

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The Marsupial Order by Rebecca Stefoff Pdf

Mammals with young that develop in pouches after birth are marsupials, or metatherians. Kangaroos, koalas, and Tasmanian devils are just a few of the best-known members of this order. Dozens of small, shy, little-known species are found in the Americas and around Australia. The Marsupial Order explores the origins of these mammals and examines their unusual reproductive method, which has unique advantages. In addition, The Marsupial Order discusses the biology, life cycles, and ecological roles of marsupials, as well as current threats to their survival and approaches to conservation. With a survey of the various metatherian suborders and families, The Marsupial Order introduces pouched mammals from wombats to wallabies and beyond. Book jacket.

Author : Ian D. Hume
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 454 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 1999-05-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 052159555X

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Marsupial Nutrition by Ian D. Hume Pdf

A comprehensive description of the food resources, digestive systems and metabolisms of marsupials, first published in 1999.

Author : Menna Jones,Chris R. Dickman
Publisher : CSIRO PUBLISHING
Page : 508 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0643066349

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Predators with Pouches by Menna Jones,Chris R. Dickman Pdf

'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 : Lee E. Harding
Publisher : Bentham Science Publishers
Page : 390 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2023-12-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789815124880

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Where Did They Come From? The Origins of South American Fauna by Lee E. Harding Pdf

Where Did They Come From? The Origins of South American Fauna offers a fascinating journey into the origins of South American flora and fauna. Exploring life on the continent before and after the breakup of Gondwana, it delves into how creatures arrived in South America, be it through drifting across oceans or traversing land bridges. From birds and reptiles to mammals and fish, this book provides a comprehensive compendium of biological diversity, discussing their origins and evolutionary paths. Readers will gain insights into the mechanisms of animal dispersal, evolution, and the impact of the Great Biotic Interchange. The book also lists references for further exploration of the subject. The book is structured into five parts: Building South America: Covers tectonic movements, climate changes, and breaching isolation. Shaping South America: Explores the landforms and diverse biomes across the continent. Vertebrates within South America: Discusses unique amphibians, reptiles, fish, mammals, and birds that evolved on the continent. Vertebrates immigrating to South America: Examines exotic reptiles, birds, and mammals that found their way to the continent. The author also lists the families of almost all genera of South American animals, while giving knowledge of their origins. Recent Arrivals - the Great Biotic Interchange: Explores the significant interchange of various species that occurred later. Ideal for students, biologists, and anyone curious about the natural world, this book is a captivating read that uncovers the incredible history of South American fauna and its evolutionary tapestry.

Author : Michael J. Benton
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-08-04
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781118407646

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Vertebrate Palaeontology by Michael J. Benton Pdf

Vertebrate palaeontology is a lively field, with new discoveries reported every week... and not only dinosaurs! This new edition reflects the international scope of vertebrate palaeontology, with a special focus on exciting new finds from China. A key aim is to explain the science. Gone are the days of guesswork. Young researchers use impressive new numerical and imaging methods to explore the tree of life, macroevolution, global change, and functional morphology. The fourth edition is completely revised. The cladistic framework is strengthened, and new functional and developmental spreads are added. Study aids include: key questions, research to be done, and recommendations of further reading and web sites. The book is designed for palaeontology courses in biology and geology departments. It is also aimed at enthusiasts who want to experience the flavour of how the research is done. The book is strongly phylogenetic, and this makes it a source of current data on vertebrate evolution.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : ScholarlyEditions
Page : 5106 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2012-01-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781464963339

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Issues in Biological and Life Sciences Research: 2011 Edition by Anonim Pdf

Issues in Biological and Life Sciences Research: 2011 Edition is a ScholarlyEditions™ eBook that delivers timely, authoritative, and comprehensive information about Biological and Life Sciences Research. The editors have built Issues in Biological and Life Sciences Research: 2011 Edition on the vast information databases of ScholarlyNews.™ You can expect the information about Biological and Life Sciences Research in this eBook to be deeper than what you can access anywhere else, as well as consistently reliable, authoritative, informed, and relevant. The content of Issues in Biological and Life Sciences Research: 2011 Edition has been produced by the world’s leading scientists, engineers, analysts, research institutions, and companies. All of the content is from peer-reviewed sources, and all of it is written, assembled, and edited by the editors at ScholarlyEditions™ and available exclusively from us. You now have a source you can cite with authority, confidence, and credibility. More information is available at http://www.ScholarlyEditions.com/.

Author : S. Blair Hedges,Sudhir Kumar
Publisher : OUP Oxford
Page : 575 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2009-04-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780191560156

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The Timetree of Life by S. Blair Hedges,Sudhir Kumar Pdf

The evolutionary history of life includes two primary components: phylogeny and timescale. Phylogeny refers to the branching order (relationships) of species or other taxa within a group and is crucial for understanding the inheritance of traits and for erecting classifications. However, a timescale is equally important because it provides a way to compare phylogeny directly with the evolution of other organisms and with planetary history such as geology, climate, extraterrestrial impacts, and other features. The Timetree of Life is the first reference book to synthesize the wealth of information relating to the temporal component of phylogenetic trees. In the past, biologists have relied exclusively upon the fossil record to infer an evolutionary timescale. However, recent revolutionary advances in molecular biology have made it possible to not only estimate the relationships of many groups of organisms, but also to estimate their times of divergence with molecular clocks. The routine estimation and utilization of these so-called 'time-trees' could add exciting new dimensions to biology including enhanced opportunities to integrate large molecular data sets with fossil and biogeographic evidence (and thereby foster greater communication between molecular and traditional systematists). They could help estimate not only ancestral character states but also evolutionary rates in numerous categories of organismal phenotype; establish more reliable associations between causal historical processes and biological outcomes; develop a universally standardized scheme for biological classifications; and generally promote novel avenues of thought in many arenas of comparative evolutionary biology. This authoritative reference work brings together, for the first time, experts on all major groups of organisms to assemble a timetree of life. The result is a comprehensive resource on evolutionary history which will be an indispensable reference for scientists, educators, and students in the life sciences, earth sciences, and molecular biology. For each major group of organism, a representative is illustrated and a timetree of families and higher taxonomic groups is shown. Basic aspects of the evolutionary history of the group, the fossil record, and competing hypotheses of relationships are discussed. Details of the divergence times are presented for each node in the timetree, and primary literature references are included. The book is complemented by an online database (www.timetree.net) which allows researchers to both deposit and retrieve data.

Author : Mary S. Morgan,Kim M. Hajek,Dominic J. Berry
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 499 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2022-10-06
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781316519004

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Narrative Science by Mary S. Morgan,Kim M. Hajek,Dominic J. Berry Pdf

The first systematic analysis of the ways scientists have used narrative in their research.

Author : Carol Bach
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 162 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Marsupialia
ISBN : 1876038063

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Birth Date Determination in Australasian Marsupials by Carol Bach Pdf

Author : Patricia J. Armati,Chris R. Dickman,Ian D. Hume
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 331 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2006-08-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781139457422

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Marsupials by Patricia J. Armati,Chris R. Dickman,Ian D. Hume Pdf

This 2006 book examines the exciting discoveries in the study of marsupials of the last 20 years. These discoveries have led to significant developments in our understanding of this unique group of mammals. The impact of these developments have been such that marsupials are coming to be seen as model organisms in studies of life history evolution, ageing and senescence, sex determination and the development and regeneration of the nervous system. This volume brings together information scattered throughout the primary literature. Coverage includes evolutionary history and management strategies as well as all aspects of basic biology. A complete listing of known species and a comprehensive list of references make this a unique repository of information on this fascinating group of animals.

Author : Federico Agnolin
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 335 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 2024-05-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9783031562662

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History of Cenozoic Mammals from South America by Federico Agnolin Pdf