Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801882111
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Authoritative and engaging, this volume from the Walker's Mammals series focuses on marsupials, pouched animals whose unusual method of reproduction—between egg laying and placental birth—places them in a unique category among mammals. A comprehensive guide to the biology and distribution of marsupials, this book includes common and scientific names, size and physical traits, habitat and ecology, behavior and social interactions, reproduction, life span, and conservation. The text is coupled with illustrations from the collections of leading photographers and the world's greatest museums. An introduction by marsupial expert Christopher R. Dickman describes the evolution and current status of marsupials and reveals why they add so much intrigue to the natural world.
Walker's Marsupials of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801882111
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Authoritative and engaging, this volume from the Walker's Mammals series focuses on marsupials, pouched animals whose unusual method of reproduction—between egg laying and placental birth—places them in a unique category among mammals. A comprehensive guide to the biology and distribution of marsupials, this book includes common and scientific names, size and physical traits, habitat and ecology, behavior and social interactions, reproduction, life span, and conservation. The text is coupled with illustrations from the collections of leading photographers and the world's greatest museums. An introduction by marsupial expert Christopher R. Dickman describes the evolution and current status of marsupials and reveals why they add so much intrigue to the natural world.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801882111
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 244
Book Description
Authoritative and engaging, this volume from the Walker's Mammals series focuses on marsupials, pouched animals whose unusual method of reproduction—between egg laying and placental birth—places them in a unique category among mammals. A comprehensive guide to the biology and distribution of marsupials, this book includes common and scientific names, size and physical traits, habitat and ecology, behavior and social interactions, reproduction, life span, and conservation. The text is coupled with illustrations from the collections of leading photographers and the world's greatest museums. An introduction by marsupial expert Christopher R. Dickman describes the evolution and current status of marsupials and reveals why they add so much intrigue to the natural world.
Walker's Marsupials of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801882227
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Authoritative and engaging, this volume from the Walker's Mammals series focuses on marsupials, pouched animals whose unusual method of reproduction—between egg laying and placental birth—places them in a unique category among mammals. A comprehensive guide to the biology and distribution of marsupials, this book includes common and scientific names, size and physical traits, habitat and ecology, behavior and social interactions, reproduction, life span, and conservation. The text is coupled with illustrations from the collections of leading photographers and the world's greatest museums. An introduction by marsupial expert Christopher R. Dickman describes the evolution and current status of marsupials and reveals why they add so much intrigue to the natural world.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801882227
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 252
Book Description
Authoritative and engaging, this volume from the Walker's Mammals series focuses on marsupials, pouched animals whose unusual method of reproduction—between egg laying and placental birth—places them in a unique category among mammals. A comprehensive guide to the biology and distribution of marsupials, this book includes common and scientific names, size and physical traits, habitat and ecology, behavior and social interactions, reproduction, life span, and conservation. The text is coupled with illustrations from the collections of leading photographers and the world's greatest museums. An introduction by marsupial expert Christopher R. Dickman describes the evolution and current status of marsupials and reveals why they add so much intrigue to the natural world.
Walker's Marine Mammals of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801873430
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 836
Book Description
Marine mammals are among the most fascinating and most watched of Earth's many animal species, particularly for their many adaptations for life in and around the water and their unique methods of communication. This comprehensive guide to the order is for experts and enthusiasts alike.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801873430
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 836
Book Description
Marine mammals are among the most fascinating and most watched of Earth's many animal species, particularly for their many adaptations for life in and around the water and their unique methods of communication. This comprehensive guide to the order is for experts and enthusiasts alike.
Walker's Carnivores of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801880339
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Although they are highly intelligent, ruthless predators, carnivores are increasingly rare. From the dwarf mongoose to the polar bear, carnivores are at once respected and misunderstood, invoking both fear and curiosity in the humans with whom they share their world. Ronald M. Nowak celebrates these fascinating mammals in Walker's Carnivores of the World. This comprehensive guide, featuring 225 illustrations, covers the world's eight terrestrial families of carnivores. Each generic account comprises scientific and common names, number and distribution of species, physical attributes, measurements, hunting and social activity, reproduction, habitat, population dynamics, longevity, and status of threatened species. A thought-provoking overview by David W. Macdonald and Roland W. Kays is packed with results of the latest field and laboratory research on topics ranging from evolutionary history to the adaptive value of fur patterns. Emphasizing the interplay of social life, morphology, and predatory behavior, it provides an up-to-date panorama of the world's carnivores.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801880339
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 338
Book Description
Although they are highly intelligent, ruthless predators, carnivores are increasingly rare. From the dwarf mongoose to the polar bear, carnivores are at once respected and misunderstood, invoking both fear and curiosity in the humans with whom they share their world. Ronald M. Nowak celebrates these fascinating mammals in Walker's Carnivores of the World. This comprehensive guide, featuring 225 illustrations, covers the world's eight terrestrial families of carnivores. Each generic account comprises scientific and common names, number and distribution of species, physical attributes, measurements, hunting and social activity, reproduction, habitat, population dynamics, longevity, and status of threatened species. A thought-provoking overview by David W. Macdonald and Roland W. Kays is packed with results of the latest field and laboratory research on topics ranging from evolutionary history to the adaptive value of fur patterns. Emphasizing the interplay of social life, morphology, and predatory behavior, it provides an up-to-date panorama of the world's carnivores.
Walker's Bats of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801849862
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Valuable guide for general readers and an important reference for professionals.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801849862
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 298
Book Description
Valuable guide for general readers and an important reference for professionals.
Walker's Mammals of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801857898
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 932
Book Description
Gives an historical account of the world's mammals since 3,000 B.C., and then provides detailed information about every mammal on earth, divided by genus.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801857898
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 932
Book Description
Gives an historical account of the world's mammals since 3,000 B.C., and then provides detailed information about every mammal on earth, divided by genus.
Walker's Primates of the World
Author: Ronald M. Nowak
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801862519
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Recently extinct genera, such as the giant lemurs of Madagascar, are covered in full Text summaries present well-documented descriptions of the physical characteristics and living habits of primates in every part of the world."--BOOK JACKET.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 9780801862519
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 238
Book Description
Recently extinct genera, such as the giant lemurs of Madagascar, are covered in full Text summaries present well-documented descriptions of the physical characteristics and living habits of primates in every part of the world."--BOOK JACKET.
Mammals of South America, Volume 2
Author: Alfred L. Gardner
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022616957X
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 1363
Book Description
The vast terrain between Panama and Tierra del Fuego contains some of the worlds richest mammalian fauna, but until now it has lacked a comprehensive systematic reference to the identification, distribution, and taxonomy of its mammals. The first such book of its kind, Mammals of South America both summarizes existing information and encourages further research of the mammals indigenous to the region. It includes identification keys and brief descriptions of each order, family, and genus. Species accounts include taxonomic descriptions, synonymies, keys to identification, distributions with maps and a gazetteer of marginal localities, lists of recognized subspecies, brief summaries of natural history information, and discussions of issues related to taxonomic interpretations.
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
ISBN: 022616957X
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 1363
Book Description
The vast terrain between Panama and Tierra del Fuego contains some of the worlds richest mammalian fauna, but until now it has lacked a comprehensive systematic reference to the identification, distribution, and taxonomy of its mammals. The first such book of its kind, Mammals of South America both summarizes existing information and encourages further research of the mammals indigenous to the region. It includes identification keys and brief descriptions of each order, family, and genus. Species accounts include taxonomic descriptions, synonymies, keys to identification, distributions with maps and a gazetteer of marginal localities, lists of recognized subspecies, brief summaries of natural history information, and discussions of issues related to taxonomic interpretations.
Echidna
Author: M. L. Augee
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643092048
Category : Echidnas
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
"This book is based on Echidnas of Australia and New Guinea, first published as part of the Australian Natural History series"--Preface.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643092048
Category : Echidnas
Languages : en
Pages : 145
Book Description
"This book is based on Echidnas of Australia and New Guinea, first published as part of the Australian Natural History series"--Preface.
The Biology of Small Mammals
Author: Joseph F. Merritt
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 0801879507
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Animals of this size face different physiological and ecological challenges than larger mammals.
Publisher: JHU Press
ISBN: 0801879507
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 334
Book Description
Animals of this size face different physiological and ecological challenges than larger mammals.