The Physiology Of Dolphins

Author : Andreas Fahlman,Sascha K. Hooker
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 304 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2023-11-25
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780323905176

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The Physiology of Dolphins by Andreas Fahlman,Sascha K. Hooker Pdf

The Physiology of Dolphins explains complex physiological problems of dolphins that are largely driven by technological developments of biologging tools. The book provides a collection of review chapters from leaders in the field of dolphin ecophysiology, making it essential for instructors, researchers and graduate students interested in the physiological and anatomical adaptations that make life possible for this charismatic marine mammal. Sections cover the complete physiology of the mammal and include information on the current threats for dolphins and whales from environmental pressures such as climate change, overfishing, pollution and our increasing human presence in the ocean. This is an excellent reference providing easy to follow details of the latest available research methods and technologies that is expanding the field of physiology in marine mammals. Describes complex physiological themes such as the neural control of the dive response and how compression affects gas exchange Includes studies of the cardiorespiratory and sensory physiology of wild dolphins and other cetacean species Incorporates diagrams, and other visual representations to best describe these complex systems and activities

Author : Alexander Ya. Supin,Vladimir V. Popov,Alla M. Mass
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 341 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781461516477

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The Sensory Physiology of Aquatic Mammals by Alexander Ya. Supin,Vladimir V. Popov,Alla M. Mass Pdf

This book is actually a product of efforts of many people, not only of the authors. W ide investigations of marine mammals began in Russia (that time, in the former Soviet Union) in the 1960s when a few teams of enthusiasts founded in captivity experimental stations intended for keeping dolphins and seals and for performing experimental studies of these fascinating animals. It was a time when attention of many people throughout the world was attracted to dolphins and other marine mammals due to appearance of oceanariums and dolphinariums, which demonstrated unique capabilities of these animals. So scientists in many countries concentrated on studies of them. There was much to learn about the morphology, physiology, and psychology of marine mammals, and investigators spending their time and efforts on studies in this field were rewarded by a number of surprising findings. The authors of this book represent one of such research teams focused on the neuro- and sensory physiology of marine mammals. A few decades of studies naturally resulted in the idea to summarize in a book both the results of these studies and a large body of data in adjacent fields. Our goal was to synthesize the many research findings and the present knowledge on sensory capabilities and mechanisms of sensory systems of aquatic mammals. We realize, however, that the appearance of this book was made possible due to the help and assistance of many colleagues.

Author : Bruno Cozzi,Stefan Huggenberger,Helmut A Oelschläger
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 456 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2016-09-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780124076556

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Anatomy of Dolphins by Bruno Cozzi,Stefan Huggenberger,Helmut A Oelschläger Pdf

The Anatomy of Dolphins: Insights into Body Structure and Function is a precise, detailed, fully illustrated, descriptive, and functionally oriented text on the anatomy and morphology of dolphins. It focuses on a number of delphinid species, with keynotes on important dolphin-like genera, such as the harbor porpoise. It also serves as a useful complement for expanding trends and emphases in molecular biology and genetics. The authors share their life-long expertise on marine mammals in various disciplines. Written as a team rather than being prepared as a collection of separate contributions, the result is a uniform and comprehensive style, giving each of the different topics appropriate space. Many color figures, which use the authors’ access to wide collections of unique dolphin and whale material, round out this exceptional offering to the field. Includes high-quality illustrations, drawings, halftone artwork, photographic documentations, microphotos, and tables detailing dolphin anatomy, function, and morphology Facilitates education and training of students of all basic research and applied sciences dedicated to marine biology and the medical care of marine mammals Brings together the current knowledge and information on this topic, including those in obscure past or non-English publications, or scattered in short chapters in volumes Covers a number of delphinid species and serves as a useful complement for expanding trends in molecular biology and genetics

Author : M. M. Bryden,Richard John Harrison
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 504 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 1986
Category : Nature
ISBN : UCSD:31822004275020

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Research on Dolphins by M. M. Bryden,Richard John Harrison Pdf

Although anatomical investigations of dolphins have been conducted for hundreds of years, it is only relatively recently that detailed physiological experiments have been possible. The twenty-one essays in this collection, written by scientists, veterinarians, and curators with extensive experience with dolphins, provide an in-depth review of the most recent research on both captive and free-living dolphins. The contributors consider the anatomy and physiology of the dolphin, dolphin brain size and cortical organization, dolphin maintenance in captivity, diet, acoustic faculty, and the causes of occasional mass stranding. This volume contains information essential to researchers involved in raising dolphins in captivity as well as to anyone interested in dolphin conservation.

Author : Whitlow W.L. Au
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781461243564

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The Sonar of Dolphins by Whitlow W.L. Au Pdf

The extraordinary ability of dolphins to echolocate has fascinated scientists and the public since its discovery in the late 1950's. This is the first book to summarize modern research in this area, and presents a broad synthesis of this very interdisciplinary subject. The author is an internationally-recognized expert on dolphin sonar and is thus in a unique position to bring together research on the physiological, mathematical and engineering aspects of the subject. Of interest to auditory researchers, electrical engineers, acoustical physicists, and mammalian physiologists.

Author : Konstantin Konstantinovich Chapskiĭ,Vladimir Evgenʹevich Sokolov
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 254 pages
File Size : 54,9 Mb
Release : 1973
Category : Adaptation (Physiology)
ISBN : UCSD:31822013288071

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Morphology and Ecology of Marine Mammals by Konstantin Konstantinovich Chapskiĭ,Vladimir Evgenʹevich Sokolov Pdf

Author : William F. Perrin,Bernd Würsig,J.G.M. Thewissen
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1352 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2009-02-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0080919936

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Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals by William F. Perrin,Bernd Würsig,J.G.M. Thewissen Pdf

This thorough revision of the classic Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals brings this authoritative book right up-to-date. Articles describe every species in detail, based on the very latest taxonomy, and a host of biological, ecological and sociological aspects relating to marine mammals. The latest information on the biology, ecology, anatomy, behavior and interactions with man is provided by a cast of expert authors – all presented in such detail and clarity to support both marine mammal specialists and the serious naturalist. Fully referenced throughout and with a fresh selection of the best color photographs available, the long-awaited second edition remains at the forefront as the go-to reference on marine mammals. More than 20% NEW MATERIAL includes articles on Climate Change, Pacific White-sided Dolphins, Sociobiology, Habitat Use, Feeding Morphology and more Over 260 articles on the individual species with topics ranging from anatomy and behavior, to conservation, exploitation and the impact of global climate change on marine mammals New color illustrations show every species and document topical articles FROM THE FIRST EDITION “This book is so good...a bargain, full of riches...packed with fascinating up to date information. I recommend it unreservedly it to individuals, students, and researchers, as well as libraries." --Richard M. Laws, MARINE MAMMALS SCIENCE "...establishes a solid and satisfying foundation for current study and future exploration" --Ronald J. Shusterman, SCIENCE

Author : Jeanette A. Thomas,Cynthia F. Moss,Marianne Vater
Publisher : University of Chicago Press
Page : 640 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0226795985

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Echolocation in Bats and Dolphins by Jeanette A. Thomas,Cynthia F. Moss,Marianne Vater Pdf

Although bats and dolphins live in very different environments, are vastly different in size, and hunt different kinds of prey, both groups have evolved similar sonar systems, known as echolocation, to locate food and navigate the skies and seas. While much research has been conducted over the past thirty years on echolocation in bats and dolphins, this volume is the first to compare what is known about echolocation in each group, to point out what information is missing, and to identify future areas of research. Echolocation in Bats and Dolphins consists of six sections: mechanisms of echolocation signal production; the anatomy and physiology of signal reception and interpretation; performance and cognition; ecological and evolutionary aspects of echolocation mammals; theoretical and methodological topics; and possible echolocation capabilities in other mammals, including shrews, seals, and baleen whales. Animal behaviorists, ecologists, physiologists, and both scientists and engineers who work in the field of bioacoustics will benefit from this book.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1979
Category : Fisheries
ISBN : UCSD:31822009303736

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Administrative Report LJ by Anonim Pdf

Author : Michael Castellini,Jo-Ann Mellish
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-05
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781000873108

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Physiology of Marine Mammals by Michael Castellini,Jo-Ann Mellish Pdf

Suppose you were designing a marine mammal. What would they need to live in the ocean? How would you keep them warm? What design features would allow them to dive for very long periods to extreme depths? Do they need water to drink? How would they minimize the cost of swimming, and how would they find their prey in the deep and dark? These questions and more are examined in detail throughout Marine Mammal Physiology, which explores how marine mammals live in the sea from a physiological point of view. This undergraduate textbook considers the essential aspects of what makes a marine mammal different from terrestrial mammals, beyond just their environment. It focuses on the physiological and biochemical traits that have allowed this group of mammals to effectively exploit the marine environment that is so hostile to humans. The content of this book is organised around common student questions, taking the undergraduate's point of view as the starting point. Each chapter provides a set of PowerPoint slides for instructors to use in teaching and students to use as study guides. New "Study Questions" and "Critical Thinking Points" conclude each chapter, which are each motivated by a "Driving Question" such as "How do mammals stay warm in a cold ocean?" or "How do mammals survive the crushing pressures of the deep sea?" Full-colour images and comprehensive, accessible content make this the definitive textbook for marine mammal physiology.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2016-01-11
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128036310

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Humpback Dolphins (Sousa spp.): Current Status and Conservation by Anonim Pdf

Humpback Dolphins (Sousa spp.): Current Status and Conservation, Part 2 is part of Advances in Marine Biology, a series that has been providing in-depth and up-to-date reviews on all aspects of marine biology since 1963 — more than 50 years of outstanding coverage from a reference that is well known for its contents and editing. This latest addition to the series includes updates on many topics that will appeal to postgraduates and researchers in marine biology, fisheries science, ecology, zoology, and biological oceanography. Specialty areas for the series include marine science, both applied and basic, a wide range of topical areas from all corners of marine ecology, oceanography, fisheries management, and molecular biology, and the full range of geographic areas from polar seas to tropical coral reefs. Reviews articles on the latest advances in marine biology Authored by leading figures in their respective fields of study Presents materials that are widely used by managers, students, and academic professionals in the marine sciences Provides value to anyone studying bottlenose dolphins, deep-sea macrofauna, marine invertebrates, pinna nobilis, and ecology, amongst other study areas

Author : Thomas Wassmer,Dennis Murray,Stan Boutin,Andreas Fahlman,Frants Havmand Jensen
Publisher : Frontiers Media SA
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2020-06-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9782889637928

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Ecology and Behaviour of Free-Ranging Animals Studied by Advanced Data-Logging and Tracking Techniques by Thomas Wassmer,Dennis Murray,Stan Boutin,Andreas Fahlman,Frants Havmand Jensen Pdf

Author : Michael A. Castellini,Jo-Ann Mellish
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 356 pages
File Size : 54,8 Mb
Release : 2015-11-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781482242690

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Marine Mammal Physiology by Michael A. Castellini,Jo-Ann Mellish Pdf

Suppose you were designing a marine mammal. What would you need to think about to allow it to live in the ocean? How would you keep it warm? What would you design to allow it to dive for very long periods to extreme depths? Where would it find water to drink? How would you minimize the cost of swimming, and how would it find its prey in the deep and dark? These questions and more are examined in detail throughout this book. Marine Mammal Physiology: Requisites for Ocean Living is the first textbook focused on how marine mammals live in the sea from a physiological point of view. It explores the essential aspects of what makes a marine mammal different from terrestrial mammals, beyond just their environment. Unlike many publications and books that cover these species from almost all perspectives, this textbook takes a step back to focus on the physiological and biochemical characteristics that have allowed these mammals as a group to exploit effectively the marine environment that is so hostile to humans. The chapter topics are grouped into major themes: diving and locomotion, nutrition and energetics, reproduction, sensory systems, and environmental interactions. Each chapter is arranged around a common perspective and theme: the big picture challenge and summary and what is known specifically by order. To aid you even further, the authors include a "Toolbox" section in each chapter where they discuss the newest methods for understanding and working on the physiology of marine mammals.

Author : Christine L. Madliger,Craig E. Franklin,Oliver P. Love,Steven J. Cooke
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 361 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2020-11-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9780192581778

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Conservation Physiology by Christine L. Madliger,Craig E. Franklin,Oliver P. Love,Steven J. Cooke Pdf

Conservation physiology is a rapidly expanding, multidisciplinary field that utilizes physiological knowledge and tools to understand and solve conservation challenges. This novel text provides the first consolidated overview of its scope, purpose, and applications, with a focus on wildlife. It outlines the major avenues and advances by which conservation physiology is contributing to the monitoring, management, and restoration of wild animal populations. This book also defines opportunities for further growth in the field and identifies critical areas for future investigation. By using a series of global case studies, contributors illustrate how approaches from the conservation physiology toolbox can tackle a diverse range of conservation issues including the monitoring of environmental stress, predicting the impact of climate change, understanding disease dynamics, improving captive breeding, and reducing human-wildlife conflict. Moreover, by acting as practical road maps across a diversity of sub-disciplines, these case studies serve to increase the accessibility of this discipline to new researchers. The diversity of taxa, biological scales, and ecosystems highlighted illustrate the far-reaching nature of the discipline and allow readers to gain an appreciation for the purpose, value, applicability, and status of the field of conservation physiology. Conservation Physiology is an accessible supplementary textbook suitable for graduate students, researchers, and practitioners in the fields of conservation science, eco-physiology, evolutionary and comparative physiology, natural resources management, ecosystem health, veterinary medicine, animal physiology, and ecology.

Author : John E. Reynolds, III,Randall S. Wells,Samantha D. Eide
Publisher : University Press of Florida
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 47,5 Mb
Release : 2013-09-10
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780813047669

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The Bottlenose Dolphin by John E. Reynolds, III,Randall S. Wells,Samantha D. Eide Pdf

The Bottlenose Dolphin presents for the first time a comprehensive, colorfully illustrated, and concise overview of a species that has fascinated humans for at least 3,000 years. After reviewing historical myths and legends of the dolphin back to the ancient Greeks and discussing current human attitudes and interactions, the author replaces myths with facts--up-to-date scientific assessment of dolphin evolution, behavior, ecology, morphology, reproduction, and genetics--while also tackling the difficult issues of dolphin conservation and management. Although comprehensive enough to be of great value to professionals, educators, and students, the book is written in a manner that all dolphin lovers will enjoy. Randall Wells’s anecdotes interspersed throughout the work offer a first-hand view of dolphin encounters and research based on three decades working with them. Color photographs and nearly 100 black and white illustrations, including many by National Geographic photographer Flip Nicklin, beautifully enhance the text.