Author : Elizabeth G. Crichton,Philip H. Krutzsch
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2000-06-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080540538
Reproductive Biology of Bats by Elizabeth G. Crichton,Philip H. Krutzsch Pdf
The Reproductive Biology of Bats presents the first comprehensive, in-depth review of the current knowledge and supporting literature concerning the behavior, anatomy, physiology and reproductive strategies of bats. These mammals, which occur world-wide and comprise a vast assemblage of species, have evolved unique and successful reproductive strategies through varied anatomical and physiological specialization. These are accompanied by individual and/or group behavioral interactions, usually in response to environmental mechanisms essential to their reproductive success. Is the first book devoted to the reproductive biology of bats Contains in-depth reviews of the literature concerned with bat reproduction Contributors are widely recognized specialists Provides a powerful database for future research