Herpetology :An Introductory Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles

Publication subTitle :An Introductory Biology of Amphibians and Reptiles

Author: Vitt   Laurie J.;Zug   George R.  

Publisher: Elsevier Science‎

Publication year: 2012

E-ISBN: 9780323139243

P-ISBN(Paperback): 9780127826202

P-ISBN(Hardback):  9780127826202

Subject: Q959.5 Amphibia

Language: ENG

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Description

Herpetology has always been one of the most exciting disciplines of zoology. During the past few years the field has continued to grow, yet it has been plagued by scarcity of comprehensive, up-to-date textbooks containing the most important developments. This timely book fills that void. Through skillful synthesis, the author summarizes the diversity in the biology of living amphibians and reptiles and describes the breadth of current herpetological research. Topics covered include the evolution, classification, development, reproduction, population, and environmental issues surrounding the study of amphibians and reptiles. Designed as an advanced undergraduate textbook, Herpetology is a valuable resource for students, practitioners, and interested amateurs alike.

  • Provides an incisive survey and much needed update of the field
  • Emphasizes the biological diversity among amphibians and reptiles
  • Details the most recent research findings, citing ke

Chapter

General Anatomy

Aspects of Larval Anatomy

Chapter 2. Origin and Evolution of Amphibians

Origin of Terrestrial Vertebrates

Fish to Tetrapod

History of Extinct Amphibians

History of Extant Amphibians

Chapter 3. Reptiles

Modern Groups of Reptiles

General Anatomy

Amniote Egg

Chapter 4. Origin and Evolution of Reptiles

Amphibious to Terrestrial Tetrapod

History of Extinct Reptiles

History of Extant Reptiles

PART II: AS PREDATORS AND AS PREY

Chapter 5. Diet and Feeding

Food Preferences

Prey Capture and Ingestion

Energetics

Chapter 6. Defense and Escape

Foes and Ruses

Crypsis and Confusion

Defense and Escape Behavior

PART III: LIFE CYCLE: REPRODUCTION, DEVELOPMENT, AND GROWTH

Chapter 7. Modes of Reproduction and Development

Gametogenesis and Fertilization

Aspects of Parental Investment

Development

Growth

Chapter 8. Dynamics of Reproduction

Timing and Rhythms

Mate Attraction and Selection

PART IV: INDIVIDUALS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Chapter 9. Spacing, Movements, and Orientation

Local Distribution of Individuals

Homing and Migration

Activity Cycles

Chapter 10. Homeostasis: Air, Heat, and Water

Water Balance

Gas Exchange

Thermal Interactions

Dormancy

PART V: POPULATIONS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Chapter 11. Population Structure and Dynamics

Characteristics of Populations

Structure and Growth

Life-History Patterns

Kin Recognition and Discrimination

Chapter 12. Population and Species Interactions

Local Species Assemblages

Geography of Populations

Conservation

PART VI: CLASSIFICATION AND SYSTEMATICS

Chapter 13. Systematics: Theory and Practice

Basic Concepts

Systematic Analysis

Nomenclature

Chapter 14. Caecilians and Salamanders

Gymnophiona

Caudata

Chapter 15. Frogs

Anura

Chapter 16. Turtles and Crocodilians

Testudines

Crocodylia

Chapter 17. Lizards, Amphisbaenians, and Tuataras

Sphenodontida

Squamata/Lacertilia

Chapter 18. Snakes

Squamata/Lacertilia

CHAPTER BIBLIOGRAPHIES

SCIENTIFIC NAME INDEX

SUBJECT INDEX

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