The first comprehensive review of all aspects of the biology of moult, drawing information from across the literature and in all birds, from penguins to passerines.
Feathers are amazing structures u……続きを見る
This book proposes a detailed picture of the continuities and ruptures between communication in primates and language in humans. It explores a diversity of perspectives on the origins of language, i……続きを見る
THE BTO/BRITISH BIRDS BOOK OF THE YEAR 2020
A brand-new, completely revised second edition of Jenni and Winkler's classic guide, updated and improved for the next generation of ringers and professio……続きを見る
A marvelous journey into the world of bird evolution
How Birds Evolve explores how evolution has shaped the distinctive characteristics and behaviors we observe in birds today. Douglas Futuyma descr……続きを見る
著者:David S. Jachowski
出版社: University of California Press
発売日: 2014年03月28日
This engaging personal account of one of America's most contested wildlife conservation campaigns has as its central character the black-footed ferret. Once feared extinct, and still one of North Am……続きを見る
This fascinating book describes the history, and epidemiology in both man and animals, and clinical features of this zoonosis. It reveals detailed information pertaining to the basic science aspects……続きを見る
The popularity of germ-free animal models, particularly mice, for investigation of human physiology and disease has recently exploded. Gnotobiotic Mouse Technology: An Illustrated Guide provides the……続きを見る
Written by well-respected experts from the UK and USA, Equine Internal Medicine: Self-Assessment Color Review Second Edition presents more than 200 interesting and challenging cases encountered in e……続きを見る
著者:Charles J. Krebs
出版社: The University of Chicago Press
発売日: 2013年04月19日
How did rodent outbreaks in Germany help to end World War I? What caused the destructive outbreak of rodents in Oregon and California in the late 1950s, the large population outbreak of lemmings in ……続きを見る
Dive into 'Anatomy of the Cat,' a remarkable anthology that transcends the conventional boundaries of zoological literature by merging scientific rigor with insightful narrative styles. This collect……続きを見る
Imitation: The Basics is an engaging introduction to the topic of imitation behavior in humans, providing a summary of existing scientific research on imitation, covering everything from examples of……続きを見る
A land of extremes, the Northern Territory’s arid deserts and monsoonal forests harbour some of Australia’s smallest and the world’s largest reptiles, as well as some of the world’s most venomous sn……続きを見る
One puff adder, one antelope, one crocodile –
This was the list of sick animals presented to Oliver Graham-Jones on his first day as a new vet at London Zoo in 1951. And his time at the zoo didn’t g……続きを見る
Biological control is the suppression of populations of pests and weeds by living organisms. These organisms can provide important protection from invasive species and protect our environment by red……続きを見る
A stunning photographic showcase of the birds of Cuba.
Cuba is now one of the most popular birding destinations in the world. Its rich avifauna includes 25 endemic species, and the island is also ho……続きを見る
This trio of rare-bird specialists have produced not only a book of great fascination for those who delight in rarities for their own sake, but one that offers valuable information on changing patte……続きを見る
In 'Anatomy of the Cat,' the profound nuances of feline physiology and behavior are explored through an anthology that bridges scientific inquiry with literary finesse. The collection's thematic cor……続きを見る
This book brings together expert opinions from scientists to consider the evidence for climate change and its impacts on ticks and tick-borne infections. It considers what is meant by 'climate chang……続きを見る
'To say this series is "empowering" doesn't do it justice. Buy a copy for your daughters, sisters, mums, aunts and nieces - just make sure you buy a copy for your sons, brothers, dads, uncles and ne……続きを見る
For decades, students learning the Arabic language have begun with Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and then transitioned to learning spoken Arabic. While the MSA-first approach neither reflects the soc……続きを見る
A celebration of winter birds in Sweden by world-famous artist, author and ornithologist, Lars Jonsson.
In this stunning book, Lars Jonsson celebrates and explores the beauty of the birds that surro……続きを見る
Modelling is a useful tool for decision making in complex agro-industrial scenarios. Containing a selection of the papers presented at the International Symposium of Modelling in Pig and Poultry Pro……続きを見る
This book comprehensively reviews current pest management practices and explores novel integrated pest management strategies in Brassica oilseed crops. It is essential reading for pest management pr……続きを見る
Dugongs and manatees, the only fully aquatic herbivorous mammals, live in the coastal waters, rivers and lakes of more than 80 subtropical and tropical countries. Symbols of fierce conservation batt……続きを見る
Audubon was not the father of American ornithology. That honorific belongs to Alexander Wilson, whose encyclopedic American Ornithology established a distinctive approach that emphasized the observa……続きを見る
In many parts of vertebrate and invertebrate central nervous systems, groups of nerve or receptor cells can be found that are arranged and connected according to a precise, functionally defined patt……続きを見る
This book brings together in compact form a broad scientific and sociopolitical view of US wetlands. This primer lays out the science and policy considerations to help in navigating this branch of s……続きを見る