Fish Behavior In The Aquarium And In The Wild

Author : Stephan Reebs
Publisher : Cornell University Press
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2018-08-06
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781501724640

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Fish Behavior in the Aquarium and in the Wild by Stephan Reebs Pdf

A home aquarium seems a peaceful place. Gazing at its inhabitants as they swim slowly through their small universe is a soothing, even hypnotic, experience. But this seeming tranquillity is only surface deep. Like their wild counterparts, these tiny, glittering beings exhibit a wide array of fascinating behaviors.Stéphan Reebs provides a delightfully entertaining, yet scientifically grounded, look at what fishes do and how they do it. From defending their young, to seeking out the perfect sexual partner, to telling time, fishes display a variety of behaviors that may not be readily apparent to the casual observer. Reebs not only describes the behaviors, but also outlines simple experiments that can be performed by observers wishing to learn for themselves just how resourceful—and bizarre—these creatures can be.How Fish Behave introduces us to damselfishes that sing like birds, elephantfishes that communicate electrically, and sticklebacks that deceive other fish into believing they have found food. Drawing on the experimental evidence behind such intrinsically interesting responses, Reebs demonstrates how science is conducted in the field of animal behavior.

Author : Helmut E. Adler
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 271 pages
File Size : 42,6 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Fishes
ISBN : OCLC:182869859

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Fish Behavior : why Fishes Do what They Do by Helmut E. Adler Pdf

Author : Catherine Hadfield,Leigh Clayton
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2021-06-10
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781119259848

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Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine by Catherine Hadfield,Leigh Clayton Pdf

Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine Designed as a practical resource, Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine provides an evidence-based approach to the veterinary care of fish. This guide—written and edited by experts in the field—contains essential information on husbandry, diagnostics, and case management of bony and cartilaginous fish. This important resource: Provides clinically relevant information on topics such as anatomy, water quality, life-support systems, nutrition, behavioral training, clinical examination, clinical pathology, diagnostic imaging, necropsy techniques, anesthesia and analgesia, surgery, medical treatment, and transport Describes common presenting problems of fish, including possible differentials and practical approaches Reviews key information on non-infectious and infectious diseases of fish in a concise format that is easily accessible in a clinical setting Written for veterinarians, biologists, technicians, specialists, and students, Clinical Guide to Fish Medicine offers a comprehensive review of veterinary medicine of fish.

Author : Dawn Titmus
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 34 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2018-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781538338742

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Fish by Dawn Titmus Pdf

A bowl, some water, and a couple of fish flakes, that's all it takes to raise a fish, right? Not quite. Readers of this thorough guide will learn how to keep their scaly friends happy and healthy, and what to do if their fish gets sick. They'll learn about different breeds of fishes and figure out which one is a good fit for their home and lifestyle. They'll also learn about fish behavior, both in the wild and in the tank. Full-color photographs and stories about famous and newsworthy fish will amaze even reluctant readers. Pet owners and nature lovers alike will be eager to dive into this fantastic guide to owning fish.

Author : Gene Helfman,Bruce B. Collette,Douglas E. Facey,Brian W. Bowen
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 736 pages
File Size : 49,6 Mb
Release : 2009-04-03
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781444311907

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The Diversity of Fishes by Gene Helfman,Bruce B. Collette,Douglas E. Facey,Brian W. Bowen Pdf

The second edition of The Diversity of Fishes represents a major revision of the world’s most widely adopted ichthyology textbook. Expanded and updated, the second edition is illustrated throughout with striking color photographs depicting the spectacular evolutionary adaptations of the most ecologically and taxonomically diverse vertebrate group. The text incorporates the latest advances in the biology of fishes, covering taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, biogeography, ecology, and behavior. A new chapter on genetics and molecular ecology of fishes has been added, and conservation is emphasized throughout. Hundreds of new and redrawn illustrations augment readable text, and every chapter has been revised to reflect the discoveries and greater understanding achieved during the past decade. Written by a team of internationally-recognized authorities, the first edition of The Diversity of Fishes was received with enthusiasm and praise, and incorporated into ichthyology and fish biology classes around the globe, at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The second edition is a substantial update of an already classic reference and text. Companion resources site This book is accompanied by a resources site: www.wiley.com/go/helfman The site is being constantly updated by the author team and provides: · Related videos selected by the authors · Updates to the book since publication · Instructor resources · A chance to send in feedback

Author : Douglas E. Facey,Brian W. Bowen,Bruce B. Collette,Gene Helfman
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 724 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2022-12-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781119341918

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The Diversity of Fishes by Douglas E. Facey,Brian W. Bowen,Bruce B. Collette,Gene Helfman Pdf

THE DIVERSITY OF FISHES The third edition of The Diversity of Fishes is a major revision of the widely adopted ichthyology textbook, incorporating the latest advances in the biology of fishes and covering taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, biogeography, ecology, and behavior. Key information on the evolution of various fishes is also presented, providing expansive and conclusive coverage on all key topics pertaining to the field. To aid in reader comprehension, each chapter begins with a summary that provides a broad overview of the content of that chapter, which may be particularly useful for those using the text for a course who don’t intend to address every chapter in detail. Detailed color photographs throughout the book demonstrate just some of the diversity and beauty of fishes that attract many to the field. A companion website provides related videos selected by the authors, instructor resources, and additional references and websites for further reading. Sample topics covered and learning resources included in The Diversity of Fishes are as follows: How molecular genetics has transformed many aspects of ichthyology The close relationship between structure and function, including adaptations to special environments Many physical and behavioral adaptations reflecting the fact that many fishes are both predators and prey Fish interactions with other species within fish assemblages and broader communities, plus their impacts on ecosystems Global maps that more accurately represent the comparative sizes of oceans and land masses than maps used in prior editions For students, instructors, and individuals with an interest in ichthyology, The Diversity of Fishes is an all-in-one introductory resource to the field, presenting vast opportunities for learning, many additional resources to aid in information retention, and helpful recommendations on where to go to explore specific topics further.

Author : Gene Helfman,Bruce Collette
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 198 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2011-11-03
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781421402222

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Fishes by Gene Helfman,Bruce Collette Pdf

One fish, two fish, red fish, nearly thirty thousand species of fish -- or fishes, as they are properly called when speaking of multiple species. This is but one of many things the authors of this fascinatingly informative book reveal in answering common and not-so-common questions about this ubiquitous group of animals. Fishes range in size from tiny gobies to the massive Ocean Sunfish, which weighs thousands of pounds. They live in just about every body of water on the planet. Ichthyologists Gene Helfman and Bruce Collette provide accurate, entertaining, and sometimes surprising answers to over 100 questions about these water dwellers, such as "How many kinds of fishes are there?" "Can fishes breathe air?" "How smart are fishes?" and "Do fishes feel pain?" They explain how bony fishes evolved, the relationship between them and sharks, and why there is so much color variation among species. Along the way we also learn about the Devils Hole Pupfish, which has the smallest range of any vertebrate in the world; Lota lota, the only freshwater fish to spawn under ice; the Candiru, a pencil-thin Amazonian catfish that lodges itself in a very personal place of male bathers and must be removed surgically; and many other curiosities. With over 100 photographs -- including two full-color photo galleries -- and the most up-to-date facts on the world's fishes from two premier experts, this fun book is the perfect bait for any curious naturalist, angler, or aquarist.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 2275 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780080923239

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Encyclopedia of Fish Physiology by Anonim Pdf

Fish form an extremely diverse group of vertebrates. At a conservative estimate at least 40% of the world's vertebrates are fish. On the one hand they are united by their adaptations to an aquatic environment and on the other they show a variety of adaptations to differing environmental conditions - often to extremes of temperature, salinity, oxygen level and water chemistry. They exhibit an array of behavioural and reproductive systems. Interesting in their own right, this suite of adaptive physiologies provides many model systems for both comparative vertebrate and human physiologists. This four volume encyclopedia covers the diversity of fish physiology in over 300 articles and provides entry level information for students and summary overviews for researchers alike. Broadly organised into four themes, articles cover Functional, Thematic, and Phylogenetic Physiology, and Fish Genomics. Functional articles address the traditional aspects of fish physiology that are common to all areas of vertebrate physiology including: Reproduction, Respiration, Neural (Sensory, Central, Effector), Endocrinology, Renal, Cardiovascular, Acid-base Balance, Osmoregulation, Ionoregulation, Digestion, Metabolism, Locomotion, and so on. Thematic Physiology articles are carefully selected and fewer in number. They provide a level of integration that goes beyond the coverage in the Functional Physiology topics and include discussions of Toxicology, Air-breathing, Migrations, Temperature, Endothermy, etc. Phylogenetic Physiology articles bring together information that bridges the physiology of certain groupings of fishes where the knowledge base has a sufficient depth and breadth and include articles on Ancient Fishes, Tunas, Sharks, etc. Genomics articles describe the underlying genetic component of fish physiology and high light their suitability and use as model organisms for the study of disease, stress and physiological adaptations and reactions to external conditions. Winner of a 2011 PROSE Award Honorable Mention for Multivolume Science Reference from the Association of American Publishers The definitive encyclopedia for the field of fish physiology Three volumes which comprehensively cover the entire field in over 300 entries written by experts Detailed coverage of basic functional physiology of fishes, physiological themes in fish biology and comparative physiology amongst taxonomic Groups Describes the genomic bases of fish physiology and biology and the use of fish as model organisms in human physiological research Includes a glossary of terms

Author : Jonathan Balcombe
Publisher : Scientific American / Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2016-06-07
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780374714338

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What a Fish Knows by Jonathan Balcombe Pdf

A New York Times Bestseller Do fishes think? Do they really have three-second memories? And can they recognize the humans who peer back at them from above the surface of the water? In What a Fish Knows, the myth-busting ethologist Jonathan Balcombe addresses these questions and more, taking us under the sea, through streams and estuaries, and to the other side of the aquarium glass to reveal the surprising capabilities of fishes. Although there are more than thirty thousand species of fish—more than all mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians combined—we rarely consider how individual fishes think, feel, and behave. Balcombe upends our assumptions about fishes, portraying them not as unfeeling, dead-eyed feeding machines but as sentient, aware, social, and even Machiavellian—in other words, much like us. What a Fish Knows draws on the latest science to present a fresh look at these remarkable creatures in all their breathtaking diversity and beauty. Fishes conduct elaborate courtship rituals and develop lifelong bonds with shoalmates. They also plan, hunt cooperatively, use tools, curry favor, deceive one another, and punish wrongdoers. We may imagine that fishes lead simple, fleeting lives—a mode of existence that boils down to a place on the food chain, rote spawning, and lots of aimless swimming. But, as Balcombe demonstrates, the truth is far richer and more complex, worthy of the grandest social novel. Highlighting breakthrough discoveries from fish enthusiasts and scientists around the world and pondering his own encounters with fishes, Balcombe examines the fascinating means by which fishes gain knowledge of the places they inhabit, from shallow tide pools to the deepest reaches of the ocean. Teeming with insights and exciting discoveries, What a Fish Knows offers a thoughtful appraisal of our relationships with fishes and inspires us to take a more enlightened view of the planet’s increasingly imperiled marine life. What a Fish Knows will forever change how we see our aquatic cousins—the pet goldfish included.

Author : Carol Smalley
Publisher : Mitchell Lane Publishers, Inc.
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2010-12-23
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781612281193

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A Project Guide to Fish & Amphibians by Carol Smalley Pdf

Believe it or not, fish and amphibians have a lot in common with humans. All have backbones, and like humans, some fish and amphibians produce live young. With these fun and easy science experiments, you can explore many more similarities and differences between fish, amphibians, and you. What organs do we share, and which ones are different? Do we have the same type of vision? How about the sense of touch? Find out these answers and more, including how fish move through water and what keeps them from sinking. You can also help make life easier for some of these creatures by exploring their ecosystems and making a home for sensitive species. Grab your science notebook and get ready to explore these fabulous creatures.

Author : Edward F. Gibbons,Barbara Susan Durrant,Jack Demarest
Publisher : SUNY Press
Page : 832 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1995-01-01
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0791419118

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Conservation of Endangered Species in Captivity by Edward F. Gibbons,Barbara Susan Durrant,Jack Demarest Pdf

This multi-disciplinary approach to conservation of endangered species in captivity is organized taxonomically and by scientific discipline. The seven taxonomic groups included are invertebrates; fish, reptiles and amphibians, birds, marine mammals, primates, and other mammals. Within each taxonomic group, four scientific disciplines are explored: conservation, reproductive physiology, behavior, and captive design. Conservation chapters summarize the status of the taxonomic group both in the wild and in captivity. Reviewed in the reproductive physiology chapters are anatomy, endocrinology and physiology for females and males of the taxonomic group. In the section on behavior the functions of captive animal research, the methods used, and the problems encountered are discussed. And, in examining captive design the authors provide a general historical outline of the philosophies, trends, and scientific issues for the targeted taxonomic group.

Author : Samuel Cartner,Judith S. Eisen,Susan F. Farmer,Karen J. Guillemin,Michael L. Kent,George E. Sanders
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 720 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2019-11-22
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128124321

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The Zebrafish in Biomedical Research by Samuel Cartner,Judith S. Eisen,Susan F. Farmer,Karen J. Guillemin,Michael L. Kent,George E. Sanders Pdf

The Zebrafish in Biomedical Research: Biology, Husbandry, Diseases, and Research Applications is a comprehensive work that fulfills a critical need for a thorough compilation of information on this species. The text provides significant updates for working vivarium professionals maintaining zebrafish colonies, veterinarians responsible for their care and well-being, zoologists and ethologists studying the species, and investigators using the species to gain critical insights into human physiology and disease. As the zebrafish has become an important model organism for the study of vertebrate development and disease, organ function, behavior, toxicology, cancer, and drug discovery, this book presents an important resource for future research. Presents a complete view of the zebrafish, covering their biology, husbandry, diseases and research applications Includes the work of world-renowned authors Provides the first authoritative and comprehensive treatment of zebrafish in biomedical research as part of the ACLAM series

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 868 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Aquarium fishes
ISBN : UCSD:31822009316498

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Freshwater and Marine Aquarium by Anonim Pdf

Author : Pedro R. Almeida,Bernardo R. Quintella,Maria J. Costa,Andrew Moore
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2007-10-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781402062377

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Developments in Fish Telemetry by Pedro R. Almeida,Bernardo R. Quintella,Maria J. Costa,Andrew Moore Pdf

This volume includes 33 peer-reviewed papers presented at the Sixth Conference on Fish Telemetry held in Europe (Sesimbra, Portugal, 5-11 June 2005). The papers focus on migration and behaviour, species conservation and habitat rehabilitation, human impacts and fisheries, telemetry methodology and new technology. This book is aimed at scientists and engineers actively involved in aquatic telemetry projects.

Author : Ashley Ward
Publisher : TFH Publications
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Aquarium fishes
ISBN : 0793806216

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Questions and Answers on Freshwater Aquarium Fishes by Ashley Ward Pdf

Whether just starting out in the hobby or already carrying some experience, many hobbyists find themselves seeking practical advice on learning the ins and outs of aquarium keeping and fish care. Questions & Answers on Freshwater Aquariums uses a series of questions and answers to cover key aspects of maintaining a tropical aquarium. Written by an internationally recognized aquatics expert, the easy-to-read and accessible style is ideal for anyone who wants to learn how to care for their fish, those who want to get to know their fish better, and those who just want a fun way to learn general information about the world of freshwater fish. Chapters and topics range from fish diet and health needs to habitats in the wild and the science of how fish interact with the world around them. The fact-filled text is complemented by beautiful photographs and illustrations on every page to ensure that every reader will have fun and get the most out of the knowledge it shares. For sensible answers to common aquarium-keeping questions, Questions and Answers on Freshwater Aquariums is an easy-to-use reference tool that allows hobbyists of any experience level to maintain a beautiful and thriving freshwater aquarium.