Semi-aquatic mammals ecology and biology
"This book explores the evolution and ecology of the world's 120+ species of semi-aquatic mammals. It includes illuminating photographs and original illustrations by an award-winning artist. The book covers topics such as behavior, habitat use, special evolutionary adaptations, and ecologi...
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| Language: | English |
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Baltimore, MD
Johns Hopkins University Press,
2020.
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| Online Access: | https://www.lib.tsu.ru/mminfo/2023/EBSCO/2446096.pdf |
Table of Contents:
- Chapter 1. Introduction
- Part I. Geographical Distribution and Habitats Chapter
- 2. Paleobiology
- Chapter 3. Ranging across the Continents
- Chapter 4. Ecological Niches
- Part II. Physical Adaptations
- Chapter 5. Morphology
- Chapter 6. Physiological Adaptations
- Chapter 7. Locomotion and Buoyancy
- Part III. Feeding Ecology
- Chapter 8. The Predators: Foraging Strategies and Niches
- Chapter 9. The Prey: Predator-Prey Interactions
- Part IV. Reproduction
- Chapter 10. Mating and Offspring
- Part V. Conservation Challenges and Management Approaches
- Chapter 11. Status and Threats
- Chapter 12. Introductions and Reintroductions
- Chapter 13. Management Approaches
- Appendix A. Taxonomic List of Semi-aquatic and Riparian-Dependent Mammals
- Appendix B. Online Resources
- Glossary
- References.