The Biology Of Bats

Author : Gerhard Neuweiler
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 326 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2000
Category : Bats
ISBN : 9780195099508

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The Biology of Bats by Gerhard Neuweiler Pdf

Well adapted to numerous habitats, bats comprise almost one quarter of all species of mammals. This book is a comprehensive introduction to their biology. Suitable as a textbook for undergraduates and written by one of the world's leading researchers, the book offers an accessible summary of the extensive body of research on bats. The book takes a broad physiological perspective and devotes separate chapters to specific physiological systems as well as to bat ecology and phylogeny. It features a thorough discussion of echolocation, which continues to be the subject of intense research, and describes many European and neotropical bats, as well as North American species. "Biology of Bats" is an important resource both for students and researchers.

Author : William Wimsatt
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 418 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2012-12-02
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780323151191

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Biology of Bats by William Wimsatt Pdf

Biology of Bats, Volume I, examines most of the basic characteristics related to the anatomy, physiology, behavior, and ecology of the bat. It covers the animal's evolution, as well as karyology, bioeconomics, zoogeography, principles of classification, and procedures and issues involved in the care and management of bats as research subjects in the laboratory. Organized into 10 chapters, this volume begins with a historical overview of bat origins and evolution, karyotypic trends in bats, and the role of karyotypes in studying the biology of bats. It then discusses the bat skeletal and muscular systems; flight patterns and aerodynamics; prenatal and postnatal development; migration and homing; ecology and physiological ecology of bat hibernation; thermoregulation and metabolism; and the urinary system, including gross anatomy and embryology, histophysiology, and renal physiology. It also looks at morphological contrasts between the skulls and dentitions of different families and genera of bats. This book will benefit biologists, zoologists, teachers, and others concerned with the general biology of Chiroptera.

Author : Elizabeth G. Crichton,Philip H. Krutzsch
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 510 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2000-06-12
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080540538

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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

Author : William A. Wimsatt
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 1970
Category : Bats
ISBN : OCLC:500436696

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Biology of Bats by William A. Wimsatt Pdf

Author : M. Brock Fenton,Nancy B. Simmons
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 240 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2015-01-28
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780226065267

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Bats by M. Brock Fenton,Nancy B. Simmons Pdf

There are more than 1,300 species of bats—or almost a quarter of the world’s mammal species. But before you shrink in fear from these furry “creatures of the night,” consider the bat’s fundamental role in our ecosystem. A single brown bat can eat several thousand insects in a night. Bats also pollinate and disperse the seeds for many of the plants we love, from bananas to mangoes and figs. Bats: A World of Science and Mystery presents these fascinating nocturnal creatures in a new light. Lush, full-color photographs portray bats in flight, feeding, and mating in views that show them in exceptional detail. The photos also take the reader into the roosts of bats, from caves and mines to the tents some bats build out of leaves. A comprehensive guide to what scientists know about the world of bats, the book begins with a look at bats’ origins and evolution. The book goes on to address a host of questions related to flight, diet, habitat, reproduction, and social structure: Why do some bats live alone and others in large colonies? When do bats reproduce and care for their young? How has the ability to fly—unique among mammals—influenced bats’ mating behavior? A chapter on biosonar, or echolocation, takes readers through the system of high-pitched calls bats emit to navigate and catch prey. More than half of the world’s bat species are either in decline or already considered endangered, and the book concludes with suggestions for what we can do to protect these species for future generations to benefit from and enjoy. From the tiny “bumblebee bat”—the world’s smallest mammal—to the Giant Golden-Crowned Flying Fox, whose wingspan exceeds five feet, A Battery of Bats presents a panoramic view of one of the world’s most fascinating yet least-understood species.

Author : John D. Altringham
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 349 pages
File Size : 51,6 Mb
Release : 2011-08-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780199207114

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Bats by John D. Altringham Pdf

Bats are highly charismatic and popular animals that are not only fascinating in their own right, but illustrate most of the topical and important concepts and issues in mammalian biology. This book covers the key aspects of bat biology, including evolution, flight, echolocation, hibernation, reproduction, feeding and roosting ecology, social behaviour, migration, population and community ecology, biogeography, and conservation. This new edition is fully updated and greatly expanded throughout, maintaining the depth and scientific rigour of the first edition. It is written with infectious enthusiasm, and beautifully illustrated with drawings and colour photographs.

Author : Michael J. Harvey,J. Scott Altenbach,Troy L. Best
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 219 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2011-12
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781421401911

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Bats of the United States and Canada by Michael J. Harvey,J. Scott Altenbach,Troy L. Best Pdf

A guide to the forty-seven species of bats found in United States and Canada, including overview of classification, biology, feeding behavior, habitats, migration, and reproduction.

Author : Thomas H. Kunz,P. A. Racey
Publisher : Smithsonian Institution Scholarly Press
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1998-10-17
Category : Bats
ISBN : UOM:39015046005693

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BAT BIOLOGY & CONSERVATION by Thomas H. Kunz,P. A. Racey Pdf

Presenting the most recent research and synthetic reviews of more than thirty-five of the world's leading authorities on bats, Bat Biology and Conservation discusses bat phylogeny and evolution, functional morphology, echolocation, and conservation biology. It is an essential reference not only for bat scientists but also for conservation biologists and those working with other mammalian groups.

Author : John D. Altringham
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Nature
ISBN : UOM:39015038025444

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Bats by John D. Altringham Pdf

One-quarter of all mammals are bats. This study of the natural history of bats illustrates how their lives exemplify processes and principles of broad biological relevance

Author : Thomas H. Kunz,M. Brock Fenton
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 799 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2005
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780226462073

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Bat Ecology by Thomas H. Kunz,M. Brock Fenton Pdf

In recent years researchers have discovered that bats play key roles in many ecosystems as insect predators, seed dispersers, and pollinators. Bats also display astonishing ecological and evolutionary diversity and serve as important models for studies of a wide variety of topics, including food webs, biogeography, and emerging diseases. In Bat Ecology, world-renowned bat scholars present an up-to-date, comprehensive, and authoritative review of this ongoing research. The first part of the book covers the life history and behavioral ecology of bats, from migration to sperm competition and natural selection. The next section focuses on functional ecology, including ecomorphology, feeding, and physiology. In the third section, contributors explore macroecological issues such as the evolution of ecological diversity, range size, and infectious diseases (including rabies) in bats. A final chapter discusses conservation challenges facing these fascinating flying mammals. Bat Ecology is the most comprehensive state-of-the-field collection for scientists and researchers. Contributors: John D. Altringham, Robert M. R. Barclay, Tenley M. Conway, Elizabeth R. Dumont, Peggy Eby, Abigail C. Entwistle, Theodore H. Fleming, Patricia W. Freeman, Lawrence D. Harder, Gareth Jones, Linda F. Lumsden, Gary F. McCracken, Sharon L. Messenger, Bruce D. Patterson, Paul A. Racey, Jens Rydell, Charles E. Rupprecht, Nancy B. Simmons, Jean S. Smith, John R. Speakman, Richard D. Stevens, Elizabeth F. Stockwell, Sharon M. Swartz, Donald W. Thomas, Otto von Helversen, Gerald S. Wilkinson, Michael R. Willig, York Winter

Author : Bradley Law,Peggy Eby,Lindy Lumsden,Daniel Lunney
Publisher : Royal Zoological Society of New South Wales
Page : 509 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780980327243

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The Biology and Conservation of Australasian Bats by Bradley Law,Peggy Eby,Lindy Lumsden,Daniel Lunney Pdf

This book, the Biology and Conservation of Australasian Bats, follows from the successful 3-day forum of the same name held in April 2007 at the Australian Museum. The forum was organised jointly by the Royal Zoological Society of NSW and the Australasian Bat Society.

Author : Rick A. Adams,Scott C. Pedersen
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 414 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2000-06-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0521626323

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Ontogeny, Functional Ecology, and Evolution of Bats by Rick A. Adams,Scott C. Pedersen Pdf

This book explores the importance of understanding developmental processes in analyses of bat ecology and evolution.

Author : Burton K. Lim,M. Brock Fenton,R. Mark Brigham,Shahroukh Mistry,Allen Kurta,Erin H. Gillam,Amy Russell,Jorge Ortega
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 375 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2021-01-23
Category : Science
ISBN : 9783030547271

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50 Years of Bat Research by Burton K. Lim,M. Brock Fenton,R. Mark Brigham,Shahroukh Mistry,Allen Kurta,Erin H. Gillam,Amy Russell,Jorge Ortega Pdf

With more than 1,400 species, bats are an incredibly diverse and successful group of mammals that can serve as model systems for many unique evolutionary adaptations. Flight has allowed them to master the sky, while echolocation enables them to navigate in the dark. Being small, secretive, nocturnal creatures has made bats a challenge to study, but over the past 50 years, innovative research has made it possible to dispel some of the mystery and myth surrounding them to give us a better understanding of the role these animals play in the ecosystem. The structure of the book is based on several broad themes across the biological sciences, including the evolution of bats, their ecology and behavior, and conservation of biodiversity. Within these themes are more specific topics on important aspects of bat research, such as morphology, molecular biology, echolocation, taxonomy, systematics, threats to bats, social structure, reproduction, movements, and feeding strategies. Given its scope, the book will appeal to the wider scientific community, environmental organizations, and government policymakers who are interested in the interdisciplinary aspects of biology and nature.

Author : James S. Findley
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 1995-01-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0521479568

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Bats by James S. Findley Pdf

Extensive scientific study of bats suggests that they are long-lived, slowly reproducing animals adapted to relatively stable environments. As such they might be expected to exist in communities heavily influenced by biotic interactions. This book begins with an overview of bat biology, including their systematic diversity and methodological problems in bat research. This is followed by examples of local bat community surveys from the major biogeographic regions. The evidence bearing upon resource limitation and competition in bats is reviewed. Then patterns in species richness, taxonomic, packing, biomass, numerical density, trophic and morphological diversity are described. The relevance of these to the nature of bat communities is examined. Major habitats and their histories are shown to be powerful predictors of important aspects of bat community structure.

Author : T.H. Kunz
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461334217

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Ecology of Bats by T.H. Kunz Pdf

Among living vertebrates bats and birds are unique in their ability to fly, and it is this common feature that sets them apart ecologically from other groups. Bats are in some ways the noctumal equivalents of birds, having evolved and radiated into a diversity of forms to fill many of the same niches. The evolution of flight and echolocation in bats was undoubtedly a prime mover in the diversification of feeding and roosting habits, reproductive strategies, and social behaviors. Bats have successfully colonized almost every continential region on earth (except Antarctica), as weIl as many oceanic islands and archipelagos. They comprise the second largest order of mammals (next to rodents) in number of species and probably exceed all other such groups in overall abundance. Bats exhibit a dietary diversity (including insects, fruits, leaves, flowers, nectar and pollen, fish. other vertebrates, and blood) unparalleled among other living mammals. Their reproductive pattems range from seasonal monestry to polyestry, and mating systems inelude promiscuity, monogamy, and polygyny. The vast majority of what we know about the ecology of bats is derived from studies of only a few of the approximately 850 species, yet in the past two decades studies on bats have escalated to a level where many important empirical pattems and processes have been identified. This knowledge has strengthened our understanding of ecological relationships and encouraged hypothesis testing rather than perpetuated a catalog of miscellaneous observations.