Evolution of Tertiary Mammals of North America: Volume 2, Small Mammals, Xenarthrans, and Marine Mammals, Christine M. Janis, Gregg F. Gunnell, Mark D. Uhen
South America is home to some of the most distinctive mammals on Earth--giant armadillos, tiny anteaters, the world's largest rodent, and its smallest deer. But the continent once supported a variety of other equally intriguing mammals that have no close living relatives: armored mammals with tail clubs, saber-toothed marsupials, and even a swimming sloth. We know of the existence of these peculiar species thanks to South America's rich fossil record, which provides many glimpses of prehistoric mammals and the ecosystems in which they lived. Organized as a "walk through time" and featuring species from 15 important fossil sites, this book is the most extensive and richly illustrated volume devoted exclusively to the Cenozoic mammals of South America. The text is supported by 75 life reconstructions of extinct species in their native habitats, as well as photographs of fossil specimens and the sites highlighted in the book. An annotated bibliography is included for those interested in delving into the scientific literature.
Описание: Combining state-of-the-art illustrations with color photographs and maps, this book acts as a guide to the world`s marine mammals, such as whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, walruses, otters, polar bears, dugongs, and manatees. Highlighting key field marks and summarizing the behavior types, it is suitable for amateurs and seasoned professionals.
Автор: Martin Robert A., Barnosky Anthony D. Dr Название: Morphological Change in Quaternary Mammals of North America ISBN: 0521404509 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521404501 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Цена: 19800.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This 1993 book examines case studies of North American Quaternary mammalian evolution within the larger domain of modern evolutionary theory. In addition to specific case histories, the book includes purely theoretical and methodological contributions, ways to calculate evolutionary rates, and the use of digital image analysis in the study of dental ontogeny.
Автор: Alexandre Roulin Название: Barn Owls: Evolution and Ecology ISBN: 110716575X ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107165755 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 8237.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Accessible and beautifully illustrated, this book collates global scientific research on the evolution, ecology and behaviour of barn owls and their relatives into a single volume. For researchers in ornithology, animal behaviour, ecology, conservation biology and evolutionary biology, it will also appeal to amateurs interested in barn owls.
Автор: Priede Imants G Название: Deep-Sea Fishes ISBN: 1107083826 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781107083820 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 14731.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Synthesising the very latest research, this comprehensive account of deep-sea fishes covers evolution, physiology and ecology as well as the history of their discovery. Priede provides a global account of both pelagic and demersal species and, crucially, considers the effect of the growing deep-sea fishing industry on sustainability.
Автор: D. Margaret Avery Название: A Fossil History of Southern African Land Mammals ISBN: 1108480888 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108480888 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 18216.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: A comprehensive reference on the taxonomy and distribution in time and space of all currently recognized southern African fossil mammals, covering the Eocene to the Holocene, with individual maps marking locations. This title is also available as Open Access on Cambridge Core.
Автор: Rubenstein Daniel I., Wrangham Richard W. Название: Ecological Aspects of Social Evolution: Birds and Mammals ISBN: 0691610169 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780691610160 Издательство: Wiley Рейтинг: Цена: 12197.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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Seeking common principles of social evolution in different taxonomic groups, the contributors to this volume discuss eighteen groups of birds and mammals for which long-term field studies have been carried out. They examine how social organization is shaped by the interaction between proximate ecological pressures and culture"--the social traditions already in place and shaped by local and phylogenetic history.
Originally published in 1987.
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