Marine Mammals: the Evolving Human Factor, Notarbartolo di Sciara
Автор: Wьrsig Bernd Название: Ethology and Behavioral Ecology of Odontocetes ISBN: 3030166651 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030166656 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 25155.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book concentrates on the marine mammalian group of Odontocetes, the toothed whales, dolphins, and porpoises. In 23 chapters, a total of 40 authors describe general patterns of ethological concepts of odontocetes in their natural environments, with a strong bent towards behavioral ecology. Examples are given of particularly well-studied species and species groups for which enough data exist, especially from the past 15 years. The aim is to give a modern flavor of present knowledge of ethology and behavior of generally large-brained behaviorally flexible mammals that have evolved quite separately from social mammals on land. As well, the plight of populations and species due to humans is described in multiple chapters, with the goal that an understanding of behavior can help to solve or alleviate at least some human-made problems.
Автор: Thomas A. Jefferson Название: Marine Mammals of the World ISBN: 0124095429 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780124095427 Издательство: Elsevier Science Рейтинг: Цена: 11957.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
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This new edition of Marine Mammals of the World describes and illustrates newly discovered and rarely photographed species, making it the most comprehensive and up-to-date identification guide available.
This edition continues to meet the research-focused needs of marine biologists and conservation biologists by providing a tremendous influx of new photos, taking advantage of advances in digital and auto-focusing photography, and the emergence of marine mammal studies and "whalewatching" around the world. The book encompasses cetacean, pinniped, and sirenian species, as well as extinct species, and describes basic biology and taxonomic groupings of marine mammals.
Contains superb photographs of every species of marine mammal for accurate identification
Authors possess nearly 80 years of collective experience with almost all of the species and distinctive geographic forms described in the guide
Provides the most detailed and anatomically accurate illustrations currently available, including more than 750 new illustrations
Special emphasis is placed on the identification of species in "problem groups," such as the beaked whales, long-beaked oceanic dolphins, and southern fur seals
Includes a detailed list of sources for more information
Contains updated taxonomy including four new species
Автор: Wursig, Bernd Название: Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals ISBN: 012804327X ISBN-13(EAN): 9780128043271 Издательство: Elsevier Science Рейтинг: Цена: 26444.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
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The Encyclopedia of Marine Mammals, Third Edition covers the ecology, behavior, conservation, evolution, form and function of whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions, manatees, dugongs, otters and polar bears. This edition provides new content on anthropogenic concerns, latest information on emerging threats such as ocean noise, and impacts of climate change.
With authors and editors who are world experts, this new edition is a critical resource for all who are interested in marine mammals, especially upper level undergraduate and graduate students, researchers, and managers, and is a top reference for those in related fields, from oceanographers to environmental scientists.
Significant content and topic updates, as well as the addition of new topics in such areas as anthropogenic disturbance
Visual maps of the oceans and seas mentioned in contributions, helping to place the geographical features described in the text with clear, consistent species illustrations
Written to help users learn new information or brush up on a topic quickly, with the references at the end of each entry to help guide readers into more specialist literature
Автор: Ponganis Название: Diving Physiology of Marine Mammals and Seabirds ISBN: 0521765552 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521765558 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 19325.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Analysing the diving behaviour of seabirds and marine mammals, this book reviews seventy-five years of literature in the field, with an emphasis on the relevance to human diving and medicine. An important resource for students and researchers, this text will stimulate further research into the behaviour and physiology of diving.
Автор: Probert, P. Keith (university Of Otago, New Zealand) Название: Marine conservation ISBN: 1108412629 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781108412629 Издательство: Cambridge Scholars Рейтинг: Цена: 7096.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Presenting a global look at conservation of the world`s seas and their marine life, this book covers conservation issues pertinent to major groups of marine organisms, key habitats and initiatives in marine conservation. It will be invaluable for tertiary students and those working in conservation and resource management.
Автор: David Dudgeon Название: Freshwater Biodiversity: Status, Threats and Conservation ISBN: 0521768039 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521768030 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 12830.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Intended for readers interested in ecology conservation and natural history, this book describes the threats humans pose to freshwater animals, making them more endangered than their land and sea counterparts. The consequences of human activities on freshwater ecosystems, and how to mitigate them, is a recurring theme.
Автор: David Dudgeon Название: Freshwater Biodiversity: Status, Threats and Conservation ISBN: 0521745195 ISBN-13(EAN): 9780521745192 Издательство: Cambridge Academ Рейтинг: Цена: 6494.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Intended for readers interested in ecology conservation and natural history, this book describes the threats humans pose to freshwater animals, making them more endangered than their land and sea counterparts. The consequences of human activities on freshwater ecosystems, and how to mitigate them, is a recurring theme.
Автор: Costa Daniel P., McHuron Elizabeth A. Название: Ethology and Behavioral Ecology of Phocids ISBN: 303088922X ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030889227 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 32142.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: Phocid (or earless or true) seals are ecologically diverse, occupying habitats from the tropics to the poles in marine and freshwater and feeding on anything from tiny zooplankton to other marine mammals. There are 18 species of phocid seals, the smallest species (ringed seal) is more than 20 times smaller than the largest (southern elephant seal), with marked sexual dimorphism present in some species. This book examines the behavior, ecology, and physiology that allow phocid seals to inhabit such a wide range of habitats. The book is composed of 16 chapters written by 37 authors from 8 countries. The book first describes the general patterns of phocid behavior, followed by descriptions of what is known about well-studied species. We have taken a holistic approach, focusing not only on the behaviors themselves but also on the factors that constrain the expression of behavior and the proximate mechanisms driving behavior. In many cases, the chapters represent collaborations between well-established researchers and early-mid career individuals who bring new perspectives to help carry the field of phocid behavioral ecology well into the future.
Описание: Sea otters and polar bears are carnivorous marine mammals that still resemble their terrestrial ancestors. Sea otters are amphibious but seldom come ashore, and polar bears primarily occur on sea ice or along the shore.
Автор: Clark Название: Ethology and Behavioral Ecology of Mysticetes ISBN: 3030984486 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783030984489 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 22359.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: In this book, an international team of leading marine mammal scientists, with a remarkably diverse set of backgrounds and areas of expertise, lead you through a synthesis of current knowledge on baleen whales. Baleen whales are the largest animals ever to have lived on this planet. They also have the lowest and most intense voices on Earth, most likely evolved to take advantage of ocean acoustic transmission conditions so as to be detectable across ocean basins. Some baleen whales can live to be 150-200 years old. They migrate many thousands of kilometers between feeding and breeding areas. They produce songs and calls that serve as behavioral foundations for establishing, maintaining and expanding their cultural identities. To conclude that we know the behavioral limits of these large brained, long-lived animals would be naive. As baleen whale scientists, we are still beginning to comprehend the enormous complexities and natural histories of these remarkable animals. Today, the fact that whales sing is known throughout much of the world. This awareness started 50 years ago with the publication and popularization of a collection of humpback song recordings that motivated research into baleen whale behavioral ethology. In this book’s chapters, a reader’s experiences will stretch from learning about baleen whale laryngeal anatomy associated with their different voices to learning about the vast ocean areas over which their voices can be heard and the emerging complexities of their culturally defined societies. These are accompanied by chapters on the fundamental ethological contexts of socializing, migrating, and foraging. Two common themes permeate the book. One theme highlights the phenomenal increase in scientific knowledge achieved through technological advancements. The other theme recognizes the impacts of human-made activities on ocean acoustic environments and the resultant influences on the health and survival of individual whales and their populations. Although the book is intentionally ambitious in its scope, as scientists, we fully recognize that baleen whale science is still in its infancy. Many profound revelations await discovery by cohorts of young, multi-talented explorers, some of whom are stretching their wings in this volume and some of whom are reading these scientific stories for the first time.
Автор: Brennecke Название: Marine Mammals ISBN: 3031068351 ISBN-13(EAN): 9783031068355 Издательство: Springer Рейтинг: Цена: 6986.00 р. Наличие на складе: Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This highly-readable Open Access textbook provides basic background information about marine mammals and anthropogenic impacts on them. The book includes inspiring exercises for education school programs in natural sciences. The book also provides advice on career paths using case studies of marine scientists and veterinarians describing their journeys from student to profession. By sharing real-life career paths, readers find answers to questions such as “What needs to be considered when choosing a career in science?” and “What kind of tasks do scientists undertake on a daily basis?” Marine mammals are amongst some of the most celebrated creatures on Earth, with their high intelligence, social and communicating skills, and capacity for deep diving. Alongside general information about marine mammals, the book aims at generating awareness of the impact of litter and noise pollution on the marine environment using marine mammals as an example. Huge numbers of marine animals, including marine mammals, die every year from entanglement in fishing gear, by ingestion of litter or because of chemical pollution. In the last decade many technological and scientific tools have been developed to aid research, for instance miniaturised sound recorders which can be attached to cetaceans and seals and record noise levels around them, their vocal production as well as their diving behaviour. This Open Access textbook can be used by undergraduate students interested in the fundamentals of marine mammal biology and medicine, and in pursuing the profession of a marine scientist.
Автор: Nordstrom Karl F. Название: Beach and Dune Restoration ISBN: 1316516156 ISBN-13(EAN): 9781316516157 Издательство: Cambridge University Press Рейтинг: Цена: 28921.00 р. Наличие на складе: Есть у поставщика Поставка под заказ.
Описание: This book continues the themes of the first edition: the need to restore the biodiversity, ecosystem health, and ecosystem services provided by coastal landforms and habitats. It reports on progress made to practices, presents additional case studies, and addresses new and emerging issues, for coastal scientists, engineers, planners, and managers.
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