Biology Of The Sauropod Dinosaurs

Author : Nichole Klein,Kristian Remes,Carole T. Gee,P. Martin Sander
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 41,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780253013552

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Biology of the Sauropod Dinosaurs by Nichole Klein,Kristian Remes,Carole T. Gee,P. Martin Sander Pdf

Sauropods, those huge plant-eating dinosaurs, possessed bodies that seem to defy every natural law. What were these creatures like as living animals and how could they reach such uniquely gigantic sizes? A dedicated group of researchers in Germany in disciplines ranging from engineering and materials science to animal nutrition and paleontology went in search of the answers to these questions. Biology of the Sauropod Dinosaurs reports on the latest results from this seemingly disparate group of research fields and integrates them into a coherent theory regarding sauropod gigantism. Covering nutrition, physiology, growth, and skeletal structure and body plans, this volume presents the most up-to-date knowledge about the biology of these enormous dinosaurs.

Author : Nicole Klein
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 345 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780253355089

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Biology of the Sauropod Dinosaurs by Nicole Klein Pdf

Summarizes the latest research findings on the biology of the sauropod dinosaurs, the largest land-living animals, and covers nutrition, physiology, skeletal structure, and growth.

Author : Kristina Curry Rogers,Jeffrey Wilson
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2005-12-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520932333

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The Sauropods by Kristina Curry Rogers,Jeffrey Wilson Pdf

Sauropod dinosaurs were the largest animals ever to walk the earth, and they represent a substantial portion of vertebrate biomass and biodiversity during the Mesozoic Era. The story of sauropod evolution is told in an extensive fossil record of skeletons and footprints that span the globe and 150 million years of earth history. This generously illustrated volume is the first comprehensive scientific summary of sauropod evolution and paleobiology. The contributors explore sauropod anatomy, detail its variations, and question the myth that life at large size led to evolutionary stagnation and eventual replacement by more "advanced" herbivorous dinosaurs. Chapters address topics such as the evolutionary history and diversity of sauropods; methods for creating three-dimensional reconstructions of their skeletons; questions of sauropod herbivory, tracks, gigantism, locomotion, reproduction, growth rates, and more. This book, together with the recent surge in sauropod discoveries around the world and taxonomic revisions of fragmentary genera, will shed new light on "nature's greatest extravagances."

Author : Mark Hallett,Mathew J. Wedel
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2016-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781421420288

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The Sauropod Dinosaurs by Mark Hallett,Mathew J. Wedel Pdf

Anyone with a passion for dinosaurs or prehistoric life will cherish this once-in-a-generation masterpiece.The book includes the following features: Over 200 full-color illustrations More than 100 color photographs from museums, field sites, and collections around the world Thoughtfully placed drawings and charts Clearly written text reviewed by major sauropod researchers Descriptions of the latest sauropod concepts and discoveries A field guide to major groups of sauropods Detailed skeletal reconstructions and anatomical restorations A comprehensive glossary

Author : Kristina Curry Rogers
Publisher : Univ of California Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2005-12-16
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780520246232

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The Sauropods by Kristina Curry Rogers Pdf

"This is the most comprehensive overview and analysis of sauropod dinosaurs ever written."—Jason Head, Department of Paleobiology, Smithsonian Institution

Author : Mark Hallett,Mathew J. Wedel
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2016-11-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781421420295

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The Sauropod Dinosaurs by Mark Hallett,Mathew J. Wedel Pdf

Anyone with a passion for dinosaurs or prehistoric life will cherish this once-in-a-generation masterpiece.The book includes the following features: Over 200 full-color illustrations More than 100 color photographs from museums, field sites, and collections around the world Thoughtfully placed drawings and charts Clearly written text reviewed by major sauropod researchers Descriptions of the latest sauropod concepts and discoveries A field guide to major groups of sauropods Detailed skeletal reconstructions and anatomical restorations A comprehensive glossary

Author : Stephen L. Brusatte
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 354 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2012-04-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780470656587

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Dinosaur Paleobiology by Stephen L. Brusatte Pdf

The study of dinosaurs has been experiencing a remarkable renaissance over the past few decades. Scientific understanding of dinosaur anatomy, biology, and evolution has advanced to such a degree that paleontologists often know more about 100-million-year-old dinosaurs than many species of living organisms. This book provides a contemporary review of dinosaur science intended for students, researchers, and dinosaur enthusiasts. It reviews the latest knowledge on dinosaur anatomy and phylogeny, how dinosaurs functioned as living animals, and the grand narrative of dinosaur evolution across the Mesozoic. A particular focus is on the fossil evidence and explicit methods that allow paleontologists to study dinosaurs in rigorous detail. Scientific knowledge of dinosaur biology and evolution is shifting fast, and this book aims to summarize current understanding of dinosaur science in a technical, but accessible, style, supplemented with vivid photographs and illustrations. The Topics in Paleobiology Series is published in collaboration with the Palaeontological Association, and is edited by Professor Mike Benton, University of Bristol. Books in the series provide a summary of the current state of knowledge, a trusted route into the primary literature, and will act as pointers for future directions for research. As well as volumes on individual groups, the series will also deal with topics that have a cross-cutting relevance, such as the evolution of significant ecosystems, particular key times and events in the history of life, climate change, and the application of a new techniques such as molecular palaeontology. The books are written by leading international experts and will be pitched at a level suitable for advanced undergraduates, postgraduates, and researchers in both the paleontological and biological sciences. Additional resources for this book can be found at: http://www.wiley.com/go/brusatte/dinosaurpaleobiology.

Author : Ali Nabavizadeh,David B. Weishampel
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2023-06-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781421445878

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An Illustrated Guide to Dinosaur Feeding Biology by Ali Nabavizadeh,David B. Weishampel Pdf

This beautifully illustrated exploration of the diversity, anatomy, and evolution of dinosaur feeding adaptations is the first and only in-depth look at this crucial aspect of paleoecology. In An Illustrated Guide to Dinosaur Feeding Biology, experts Ali Nabavizadeh and David B. Weishampel bring dinosaurs to life on the page by exploring and illustrating their feeding adaptations. Whether dinosaurs were carnivorous, herbivorous, or omnivorous, their evolution produced a multitude of specialized adaptations that helped shape their ecologies. Dinosaur skulls show a variety of bone and joint specializations ideal for withstanding stresses and strains induced by high bite forces with strong jaw musculature. The bladed, steak-knife dentition of many carnivorous dinosaurs was well-suited for slicing meat and crushing bones, while the leaf-shaped, sometimes tightly packed dentition of many herbivorous dinosaurs was ideal for grinding up a variety of plant material. The first book of its kind, An Illustrated Guide to Dinosaur Feeding Biology is a synthesis of over a century of dinosaur feeding biology research, from the earliest hypotheses in the 1800s to today's studies using advanced techniques. Intended for both researchers and dinosaur enthusiasts alike, this book discusses functional morphological studies highlighting comparative anatomy, tooth wear, muscle reconstruction, and biomechanical analysis using modeling techniques like finite element analysis and multibody dynamics analysis. In addition to the feeding apparatus, Nabavizadeh and Weishampel explore postcranial adaptations and discuss the evolution of dinosaurs and their paleoecology more broadly. Integrating these various factors improves our understanding of dinosaurs as the living beings they were in their ecosystems millions of years ago and ultimately expands our knowledge and perspective of today's ecosystems by framing them in a broader evolutionary context.

Author : Virginia Tidwell,Kenneth Carpenter
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2005-08-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0253345421

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Thunder-Lizards by Virginia Tidwell,Kenneth Carpenter Pdf

New research on the giants of the Age of Dinosaurs.

Author : RUBEN. LARRAMENDI MOLINA-PEREZ (ASIER.),Asier Larramendi,David Connolly,Gonzalo Ángel Ramírez Cruz
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2019-04
Category : Dinosaurs
ISBN : 0565094971

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Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs by RUBEN. LARRAMENDI MOLINA-PEREZ (ASIER.),Asier Larramendi,David Connolly,Gonzalo Ángel Ramírez Cruz Pdf

Author : Kenneth Lacovara
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 2017-09-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501120107

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Why Dinosaurs Matter by Kenneth Lacovara Pdf

What can long-dead dinosaurs teach us about our future? Plenty, according to paleontologist Kenneth Lacovara, who has discovered some of the largest creatures to ever walk the Earth. By tapping into the ubiquitous wonder that dinosaurs inspire, Lacovara weaves together the stories of our geological awakening, of humanity’s epic struggle to understand the nature of deep time, the meaning of fossils, and our own place on the vast and bountiful tree of life. Go on a journey––back to when dinosaurs ruled the Earth––to discover how dinosaurs achieved feats unparalleled by any other group of animals. Learn the secrets of how paleontologists find fossils, and explore quirky, but profound questions, such as: Is a penguin a dinosaur? And, how are the tiny arms of T. rex the key to its power and ferocity? In this revealing book, Lacovara offers the latest ideas about the shocking and calamitous death of the dinosaurs and ties their vulnerabilities to our own. Why Dinosaurs Matter is compelling and engaging—a great reminder that our place on this planet is both precarious and potentially fleeting. “As we move into an uncertain environmental future, it has never been more important to understand the past.”

Author : Rubén Molina-Pérez,Asier Larramendi
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 273 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780691202976

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Dinosaur Facts and Figures by Rubén Molina-Pérez,Asier Larramendi Pdf

An illustrated record book of sauropod facts and figures—the hugest, the oldest, the most intelligent, and more The sauropod dinosaurs roamed the planet for millions of years, with creatures ranging from the smallest of the sauropods, Magyarosaurus, to the huge Argentinosaurus. This illustrated book of records is an essential compendium of sauropod facts and figures—from the biggest and the oldest to the smallest and the rarest. It covers every known species and features more than 2,000 diagrams and technical drawings along with hundreds of full-color reconstructions of specimens. The book is divided into sections that put numerous amazing sauropod facts at your fingertips. "Comparing Species" is organized by taxonomic group and gives comparisons of the size of species, how long ago they lived, and when they were discovered. "Mesozoic Calendar" includes page spreads showing the positions of the continents at different geological time periods and reconstructions of creatures from each period. "Prehistoric Puzzles" compares bones and teeth while "Sauropod Life" presents user-friendly graphics to answer questions like what did they eat and which was the most intelligent. There are sections that chart sauropod distribution on the contemporary world map, provide illustrated listings of footprints, compile the physical specifications of all known sauropods, and more. The essential illustrated record book for anyone interested in dinosaurs Features a wealth of comparative records Includes more than 2,000 diagrams and technical drawings and hundreds of full-color reconstructions Covers all known sauropodomorph species Provides listings of footprints, biometric specifications, and scholarly and popular references

Author : Darren Naish,Paul Barrett
Publisher : Smithsonian Institution
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2016-10-11
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781588345820

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Dinosaurs by Darren Naish,Paul Barrett Pdf

Dinosaurs are one of the most spectacular groups of animals that have ever existed. Many were fantastic, bizarre creatures that still capture our imagination: the super-predator Tyrannosaurus, the plate-backed Stegosaurus, and the long-necked, long-tailed Diplodocus. Dinosaurs: The Ultimate Guide to How They Lived taps into our enduring interest in dinosaurs, shedding new light on different dinosaur groups. Leading paleontology experts Darren Naish and Paul Barrett trace the evolution, anatomy, biology, ecology, behavior, and lifestyle of a variety of dinosaurs. They also remind us that dinosaurs are far from extinct: they present evidence supporting the evolution of dinosaurs to birds that exist today as approximately ten thousand different species. Throughout their narrative Naish and Barrett reveal state-of-the-art new findings shaping our understanding of dinosaurs. Readers will discover, for example, how the use of CT-scanning enables scientists to look inside dinosaur skulls, thus gaining new insight into their brains and sense organs. Dinosaurs is a must-have for all those wanting to keep up to date about these dynamic, complicated creatures.

Author : Rubén Molina-Pérez,Asier Larramendi
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 272 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-09-29
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691190693

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Dinosaur Facts and Figures by Rubén Molina-Pérez,Asier Larramendi Pdf

"The sauropod dinosaurs roamed the planet for millions of years, with creatures ranging from the smallest of the sauropods, Magyarosaurus, to the huge Argentinosaurus. This illustrated book of records is an essential compendium of sauropod facts and figures -- from the biggest and the oldest to the smallest and the rarest. It covers every known species and features more than 2,000 diagrams and technical drawings along with hundreds of full-color reconstructions of specimens."--Inside front jacket flap.

Author : Lyon Sprague De Camp,Catherine Crook De Camp
Publisher : Random House Value Publishing
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 1985
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0517476827

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The Day of the Dinosaur by Lyon Sprague De Camp,Catherine Crook De Camp Pdf