Late Cenozoic Yushe Basin Shanxi Province China Geology And Fossil Mammals

Author : Richard H Tedford,Zhan-Xiang Qiu,Lawrence J Flynn
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 109 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2013-02-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789048187140

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Late Cenozoic Yushe Basin, Shanxi Province, China: Geology and Fossil Mammals by Richard H Tedford,Zhan-Xiang Qiu,Lawrence J Flynn Pdf

The Late Cenozoic Yushe Basin, Shanxi Province, China embodies the bulk of our knowledge on successions of terrestrial vertebrates in the northern part of East Asia. Everything we know about Asian mammals of the last 6 million years has a historical basis in the documentation of the geology of Yushe. This volume introduces the basin in its geological setting, describes the succession of fossiliferous strata, and shows how it is dated. It develops an unsurpassed level of precision for its age control. Geological maps and stratigraphic sections provide the backbone for individual studies to follow on varied fossil groups. The volume explores the history of exploration of the last century in Yushe Basin and places development of paleontology there into the context of the birth of the modern epoch of science in China.

Author : Lawrence J. Flynn,Wen-Yu Wu
Publisher : Springer
Page : 227 pages
File Size : 46,8 Mb
Release : 2017-05-20
Category : Science
ISBN : 9789402410501

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Late Cenozoic Yushe Basin, Shanxi Province, China: Geology and Fossil Mammals by Lawrence J. Flynn,Wen-Yu Wu Pdf

This volume focuses on small mammal fossils from extinct Asian faunas of about 1 to 7 million years ago in North China. These played a role in the emergence of vertebrate paleontology as a modern science in that country. This second volume of the sub-series Late Cenozoic Yushe Basin, Shanxi Province, China: Geology and Fossil Mammals in the Vertebrate Paleobiology and Paleoanthropology book series deals with a rich microfauna fossil record; megafauna follow in subsequent volumes. This research on Yushe Basin fossils provides a view of changes in northeast Asian terrestrial faunas during the Late Neogene, and therefore is a key to the biochronology for a vast part of the continent. The faunas recovered by the multinational team working in this region represent changes in small mammal communities of the Yushe Basin, revealed on a finer time scale that has not been achieved previously. Detailed systematic studies on small mammal groups proceeded under the care of specialists are outlined in the chapters of this volume. Paleontologists, ecologists and evolutionary biologists will find this book appealing.

Author : Evangelos Vlachos
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 724 pages
File Size : 48,7 Mb
Release : 2021-10-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030684426

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Fossil Vertebrates of Greece Vol. 2 by Evangelos Vlachos Pdf

This 2-volume set provides a state-of-the-art study of the fossil record and taxonomy of the main vertebrate groups from Greece. Greece stands between 3 continents and its vertebrate fossil record is of great importance for paleontological and evolutionary studies in Europe, Asia and Africa. Fossils from classic, world-famous localities (e.g., Pikermi, Samos) form an essential part of the collections of the most important museums in the world and have been studied by numerous scientists. Recent paleontological research led to the discovery and study of numerous new sites. The volumes contain a taxonomic review of all named and identified taxa, their taxonomic history and current status, as well as historical, phylogenetic and biogeographic information. Volume 2 contains a synopsis of the fossil record and taxonomy of important groups of mammals represented in the fossil record of Greece. The volume starts with specific chapters on laurasiatherians like insectivores and bats, moving on to the main part of the book that deals with three of the most important fossil groups in the country. The fossil record of even-toed animals is summarized with chapters on bovids, cervids, suoids, anthracotheres, hippos, giraffes, and tragulids. The fossil record of odd-toed animals is presented with special chapters on horses, tapirs, rhinos, and chalicotheres. The last part of this volume deals with meat-eating, carnivoran groups, like felids, viverrids, hyaenas, canids, bears, ailurids, mephitids and mustelids. The volume ends with a special chapter on insular endemic mammals from the various islands of Greece.

Author : Frank Rosell,Róisín Campbell-Palmer
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2021-10-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780198835042

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Beavers by Frank Rosell,Róisín Campbell-Palmer Pdf

Beavers are represented by two extant species, the Eurasian beaver (Castor fiber) and the North American beaver (Castor canadensis); each has played a significant role in human history and dominated wetland ecology in the northern hemisphere. Their behaviour and ecology both fascinate and perhaps even infuriate, but seemingly never fail to amaze. Both species have followed similar histories from relentless persecution to the verge of extinction (largely through hunting), followed by their subsequent recovery and active restoration which is viewed by many as a major conservation success story. Beavers have now been reintroduced throughout Europe and North America, demonstrating that their role as a keystone engineer is now widely recognised with proven abilities to increase the complexity and biodiversity of freshwater ecosystems. What animals other than humans can simultaneously act as engineers, forest workers, carpenters, masons, creators of habitats, and nature managers? Over the last 20 years, there has been a huge increase in the number of scientific papers published on these remarkable creatures, and an authoritative synthesis is now timely. This accessible text goes beyond their natural history to describe the impacts on humans, conflict mitigation, animal husbandry, management, and conservation. Beavers: Ecology, Behaviour, Conservation, and Management is an accessible reference for a broad audience of professional academics (especially carnivore and mammalian biologists), researchers and graduate students, governmental and non-governmental wildlife bodies, and amateur natural historians intrigued by these wild animals and the extraordinary processes of nature they exemplify.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 98 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2015
Category : Paleontology
ISBN : UCR:31210024694810

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古脊椎动物学报 by Anonim Pdf

Author : Pierre Teilhard de Chardin,Chung-Chien Young,楊鍾健
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 210 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1931
Category : Mammals, Fossil
ISBN : UCSD:31822009667338

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中國北部新生代後期之哺乳動物化石 by Pierre Teilhard de Chardin,Chung-Chien Young,楊鍾健 Pdf

Author : Xiaoming Wang,Lawrence J. Flynn,Mikael Fortelius
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 759 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2013-05-14
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780231520829

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Fossil Mammals of Asia by Xiaoming Wang,Lawrence J. Flynn,Mikael Fortelius Pdf

Fossil Mammals of Asia, edited by and with contributions from world-renowned scholars, is the first major work devoted to the late Cenozoic (Neogene) mammalian biostratigraphy and geochronology of Asia. This volume employs cutting-edge biostratigraphic and geochemical dating methods to map the emergence of mammals across the continent. Written by specialists working in a variety of Asian regions, it uses data from many basins with spectacular fossil records to establish a groundbreaking geochronological framework for the evolution of land mammals. Asia's violent tectonic history has resulted in some of the world's most varied topography, and its high mountain ranges and intense monsoon climates have spawned widely diverse environments over time. These geologic conditions profoundly influenced the evolution of Asian mammals and their migration into Europe, Africa, and North America. Focusing on amazing new fossil finds that have redefined Asia's role in mammalian evolution, this volume synthesizes information from a range of field studies on Asian mammals and biostratigraphy, helping to trace the histories and movements of extinct and extant mammals from various major groups and all northern continents, and providing geologists with a richer understanding of a variety of Asian terrains.

Author : Ning Shi
Publisher : Societas Upsaliensis Pro Geologia Quaternaria
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Geology
ISBN : STANFORD:36105016760303

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The Late Cenozoic Stratigraphy, Chronology, Palynology and Environmental Development in the Yushe Basin, North China by Ning Shi Pdf

Author : An Zhisheng,Weijian Zhou
Publisher : VSP
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1997-09
Category : Science
ISBN : 9067642436

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Quaternary Geology by An Zhisheng,Weijian Zhou Pdf

Author : Lucja A. Fostowicz-Frelik,Deyan Ge,Irina Ruf
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 203 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2022-01-27
Category : Science
ISBN : 9782889741809

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Recent Advances in the Evolution of Euarchontoglires by Lucja A. Fostowicz-Frelik,Deyan Ge,Irina Ruf Pdf

Author : Panel on Effects of Past Global Change on Life,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Division on Earth and Life Studies,National Research Council
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1995-01-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309552615

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Effects of Past Global Change on Life by Panel on Effects of Past Global Change on Life,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Division on Earth and Life Studies,National Research Council Pdf

What can we expect as global change progresses? Will there be thresholds that trigger sudden shifts in environmental conditions--or that cause catastrophic destruction of life? Effects of Past Global Change on Life explores what earth scientists are learning about the impact of large-scale environmental changes on ancient life--and how these findings may help us resolve today's environmental controversies. Leading authorities discuss historical climate trends and what can be learned from the mass extinctions and other critical periods about the rise and fall of plant and animal species in response to global change. The volume develops a picture of how environmental change has closed some evolutionary doors while opening others--including profound effects on the early members of the human family. An expert panel offers specific recommendations on expanding research and improving investigative tools--and targets historical periods and geological and biological patterns with the most promise of shedding light on future developments. This readable and informative book will be of special interest to professionals in the earth sciences and the environmental community as well as concerned policymakers.

Author : Johan Gunnar Andersson
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 218 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 1923
Category : Geology
ISBN : UIUC:30112026850633

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Chung-kuo-pei-pu-chch-hsin-shêng-chieh by Johan Gunnar Andersson Pdf

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1660 pages
File Size : 48,5 Mb
Release : 1990
Category : Geology
ISBN : UCAL:B4535000

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Bibliography and Index of Geology by Anonim Pdf

Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Panel on Effects of Past Global Change on Life
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 267 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 1995-02-01
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780309051279

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Effects of Past Global Change on Life by National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Geosciences, Environment and Resources,Panel on Effects of Past Global Change on Life Pdf

What can we expect as global change progresses? Will there be thresholds that trigger sudden shifts in environmental conditionsâ€"or that cause catastrophic destruction of life? Effects of Past Global Change on Life explores what earth scientists are learning about the impact of large-scale environmental changes on ancient lifeâ€"and how these findings may help us resolve today's environmental controversies. Leading authorities discuss historical climate trends and what can be learned from the mass extinctions and other critical periods about the rise and fall of plant and animal species in response to global change. The volume develops a picture of how environmental change has closed some evolutionary doors while opening othersâ€"including profound effects on the early members of the human family. An expert panel offers specific recommendations on expanding research and improving investigative toolsâ€"and targets historical periods and geological and biological patterns with the most promise of shedding light on future developments. This readable and informative book will be of special interest to professionals in the earth sciences and the environmental community as well as concerned policymakers.

Author : William A. Berggren
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Geological time
ISBN : UCSD:31822020623567

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Geochronology, Time Scales and Global Stratigraphic Correlation by William A. Berggren Pdf

The last decade has witnessed significant advances in analytic techniques and methodologic approaches to understanding earth history. This publication is a well-constructed geochronologic framework that allows estimation of rates of geologic processes, correlation of stratigraphies, and placement of discrete events in temporal order. Resulting from a research symposium at the 67th Annual SEPM meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, April 1993, the 16 papers of this volume represent a broad spectrum of approaches to understanding earth history and the passage of geologic time.