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Herpetology : An Introductory Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles by Janalee P. Caldwell, Laurie J. Vitt and George R. Zug (2001, Hardcover)

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PublisherElsevier Science & Technology

ISBN-10012782622X

ISBN-139780127826226

eBay Product ID (ePID)20038259904

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Number of Pages630 Pages

Publication NameHerpetology : an Introductory Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles

LanguageEnglish

SubjectLife Sciences / Ecology, Life Sciences / Zoology / Ichthyology & Herpetology, General, Life Sciences / Zoology / General

Publication Year2001

FeaturesRevised

TypeTextbook

AuthorJanalee P. Caldwell, Laurie J. Vitt, George R. Zug

Subject AreaNature, Science

FormatHardcover

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Item Length11 in

Item Width8.5 in

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Edition Number2

Intended AudienceCollege Audience

LCCN00-111103

Reviews"...well-suited for an undergraduate-level herpetology course in biology, evolution, or taxonomy...invaluable also as a reference for professional herpetologists." -SOUTHEASTERN NATURALIST From the Reviews of the First Edition "...a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology ..." Canadian Field Naturalist "Zug's text contains new chapeters with new text references and new color illustrations that will keep this book on the top..." -Dave Hyatt for THE TUSCON HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY (Nov 2003), "Taken as a whole, Zug et al. (2001) is an impressive volume, at once visually pleasing for its attractive layout and high production values, and at the same time, intellectually satisfying in its scope and detail. It is well-suited as a textbook for senior undergraduates and graduate students, and it will be a standard herpetological reference for years to come." Julican C. Lee, University of Miami for HERPETOLOGICAL REVIEW (2002) Praise for the First Edition: "This will be a valued, and oft-consulted, addition to any naturalist's or conservationist's library for its up-to-date and comprehensive overview of these ecologically important groups and their role in the contemporary environment; it is a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology..." --CANADIAN FIELD NATURALIST "Zug's text contains new chapeters with new text references and new color illustrations that will keep this book on the top...you couldn't do better for serious herpetological biology education than to read this book." Dave Hyatt for THE TUSCON HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY (Nov 2003), From the Reviews of the First Edition "...a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology ..." Canadian Field Naturalist, "...well-suited for an undergraduate-level herpetology course in biology, evolution, or taxonomy...invaluable also as a reference for professional herpetologists." -SOUTHEASTERN NATURALIST From the Reviews of the First Edition "...a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology ..." Canadian Field Naturalist "Zug's text contains new chapeters with new text references and new color illustrations that will keep this book on the top..." --Dave Hyatt for THE TUSCON HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY (Nov 2003), "This second edition of the popular textbook provides a broad overview of amphibian and reptilian biology, taxonomy, evolution, behavior, and conservation. It is well-suited for an undergraduate-level herpetology course in biology, evolution, or taxonomy. It is invaluable also as a reference for professional herpetologists...well illustrated throughout with photographs (some in color), line drawings, and distribution maps. Provides up-to-date information on all of the major groups, and includes an extensive taxonomic index, as well as a glossary." -SOUTHEASTERN NATURALIST "Taken as a whole, Zug et al. (2001) is an impressive volume, at once visually pleasing for its attractive layout and high production values, and at the same time, intellectually satisfying in its scope and detail. It is well-suited as a textbook for senior undergraduates and graduate students, and it will be a standard herpetological reference for years to come." -Julican C. Lee, University of Miami for HERPETOLOGICAL REVIEW Praise for the First Edition: "This will be a valued, and oft-consulted, addition to any naturalist's or conservationist's library for its up-to-date and comprehensive overview of these ecologically important groups and their role in the contemporary environment; it is a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology..." -CANADIAN FIELD NATURALIST "Zug's text contains new chapeters with new text references and new color illustrations that will keep this book on the top...you couldn't do better for serious herpetological biology education than to read this book." -Dave Hyatt for THE TUSCON HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY, From the Reviews of the First Edition "...a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology ..." Canadian Field Naturalist "Zug's text contains new chapeters with new text references and new color illustrations that will keep this book on the top..." Dave Hyatt for THE TUSCON HERPETOLOGICAL SOCIETY (Nov 2003), From the Reviews of the First Edition "...a must for anyone just starting into the field of herpetology ..." --Canadian Field Naturalist

Dewey Edition23

IllustratedYes

Dewey Decimal597.9

Table Of ContentPart I: Evolutionary History Chapter 1. Tetrapod Relationships and Evolutionary Systematics Amphibians and Reptiles--Evolutionary History Systematics--Theory and Practice Additional Reading References Chapter 2. Anatomy of Amphibians and Reptiles Development and Growth Integument--The External Envelope Skeleton and Muscles--Support, Movement, and Form Nerves and Sense Organs--Coordination and Perception Heart and Vascular Network--Internal Transport Digestive and Respiratory Organs-Waste Removal and Propagation Urinary and Reproductive Organs--Waste Removal and Propagation Endocrine Glands--Chemical Regulators and Initiators Additional Reading References Chapter 3. Evolution of Ancient and Modern Amphibians and Reptiles History of Amphibians History of Reptiles Additional Reading References Part II: Reproduction and Life Histories Chapter 4. Modes of Reproduction and Parental Care Gametogenesis and Fertilization Reproductive Modes Sexual versus Asexual Reproduction Parental Care Evolution of Parental Care Additional Reading References Chapter 5. Reproductive Ecology and Life Histories Reproductive Ecology Life Histories Additional Reading References Part III: Physiological Ecology Chapter 6. Water Balance and Gas Exchange Water and Salt Balance Respiratory Gas Exchange Respiration and Metabolism Additional Reading References Chapter 7. Thermoregulation, Performance, and Energetics Thermoregulation Dormancy Energetics Additional Reading References Part IV: Behavioral Ecology Chapter 8. Spacing, Movements, and Orientation Local Distribution of Individuals Movements, Homing, and Migrations Additional Reading References Chapter 9. Communication and Social Behavior Communication Reproductive Behavior Additional Reading References Chapter 10. Foraging Ecology and Diets Foraging Modes Detecting, Capturing, and Eating Prey Additional Reading References Chapter 11. Defense and Escape Predator Avoidance Offsetting the Effects of Parasitism Additional Reading References Part V: Population and Community Ecology Chapter 12. Population Structure and Dynamics Characteristics of Populations Population Structure and Growth Additional Reading References Chapter 13. Community and Geographical Ecology Communities Geography of Populations Additional Reading References Chapter 14. Conservation Biology General Principles Human Impact on Amphibian and Reptile Preservation and Management--Ideals and Problems Additional Reading References Part VI: Classification and Diversity Chapter 15. Caecilians Overview Taxonomic Accounts Chapter 16. Salamanders Overview Taxonomic Accounts Chapter 17. Frogs Overview Taxonomic Accounts Chapter 18. Turtles Overview Taxonomic Accounts Chapter 19. Crocodylians Overview Taxonomic Accounts Chapter 20. Tuataras and Lizards Overview--Sphenodontida Taxonomic Account Overview--Squamata Taxonomic Accounts Chapter 21. Snakes Overview Taxonomic Accounts Glossary Bibliography Taxonomic Index Author Index Subject Index

Edition DescriptionRevised edition

SynopsisHerpetology, Second Edition has been thoroughly revised. The text has been reorganized, new chapters have been added, new text references have been inserted. All this plus new color systematics sections will maintain this book as THE leading textbook on the biology of amphibians and reptiles. The book will also showcase reptiles and amphibians as model systems in conceptual areas of biology. Such a text will help integrate herpetology as a discipline into conceptually oriented undergraduate programs. The book should also appeal to a large audience of sophisticated lay people interested in reptiles and amphibians. * Written by internationally recognized experts on the biology of amphibians and reptiles * Provides a general background on the evolution and morphology of amphibians and reptiles * Details what is known about reproduction and life histories * Examines physiological ecology, emphasizing water balance, temperature, and energy * Integrates population and community ecology with conservation biology * Provides detailed taxonomic accounts of all higher taxa, including high quality distribution maps and color photographs, Herpetology, Second Edition has been thoroughly revised. The text has been reorganized, new chapters have been added, new text references have been inserted. All this plus new color systematics sections will maintain this book as THE leading textbook on the biology of amphibians and reptiles. The book will also showcase reptiles and amphibians as model systems in conceptual areas of biology. Such a text will help integrate herpetology as a discipline into conceptually oriented undergraduate programs. The book should also appeal to a large audience of sophisticated lay people interested in reptiles and amphibians. Written by internationally recognized experts on the biology of amphibians and reptiles Provides a general background on the evolution and morphology of amphibians and reptiles Details what is known about reproduction and life histories Examines physiological ecology, emphasizing water balance, temperature, and energy Integrates population and community ecology with conservation biology Provides detailed taxonomic accounts of all higher taxa, including high quality distribution maps and color photographs, Herpetology, Second Edition has been thoroughly revised. The text has been reorganized, new chapters have been added, new text references have been inserted. All this plus new color systematics sections will maintain this book as THE leading textbook on the biology of amphibians and reptiles. The book will also showcase reptiles and amphibians as model systems in conceptual areas of biology. Such a text will help integrate herpetology as a discipline into conceptually oriented undergraduate programs. The book should also appeal to a large audience of sophisticated lay people interested in reptiles and amphibians.

LC Classification NumberQL641.Z84 2001