Zoology: mammals (mammalogy)

RSPB Spotlight: Hedgehogs is packed with eye-catching, informative colour photos, and features succinct and detailed text written by a knowledgeable naturalist.

Fully updated and with completely reworked text and images, this is the Fourth Edition of the acclaimed The Mammals of Australia.

Immunological Methods a compendium of basic research techniques being used in one of the largest immunology research institutes, the Basel Institute for Immunology, with particular emphasis given to new methodology.

An up-to-date portrait of the giraffe, summarising current knowledge on their biology and behaviour along with current conservation efforts.

In Medicine of Australian Mammals, more than 30 experts present the most current information available on the medical management of all taxa of Australian native mammals.

Many present-day Australians see the dingo as a threat and a pest to human production systems.

Central Actions of Angiotensin and Related Hormones investigates the centrally mediated actions of angiotensin and related hormones in the central nervous system (CNS).

Deer have been central to human cultures throughout time and space: whether as staples to hunter-gatherers, icons of Empire, or the focus of sport.

Hormonal Proteins and Peptides, Volume I reviews extensively the knowledge on the biology and chemistry of the protein and peptide hormones.

Estuarine and coastal waters are acknowledged centres for anthropogenic impacts.

Sheep Diseases: Signs, Symptoms and Prevention first addresses a comprehensive review of sheep mastitis.

View the animal kingdom up close as never before in this breathtaking title, which has already sold over 1.

Marks presents the field of molecular anthropology-a synthesis of the holistic approach of anthropology with the reductive approach of molecular genetics-as a way of improving our understanding of the science of human evolution.

Utilization of Nutrients during Postnatal Development investigates the nutritional aspects of postnatal development, with emphasis on functions that in some way are closely connected to food, including food intake, digestion, transport, and metabolism.

Advances in Cellular Neurobiology, Volume 3 discusses the anatomy and functional relation of the brain and spinal cord.

A comprehensive account of how abiotic and biotic interactions shape patterns of coastal marine biodiversity and ecosystem processes globally.

The Anatomy of Dolphins: Insights into Body Structure and Function is a precise, detailed, fully illustrated, descriptive, and functionally oriented text on the anatomy and morphology of dolphins.

The astonishing new story of human originsWas Darwin wrong when he traced our origins to Africa?

Stem Cells of Renewing Cell Populations constitutes the proceedings of the "e;"e;Stem Cells in Various Tissues"e;"e; symposium, organized as a tribute to Charles P.

The Goat: A Natural History offers a complete overview of this captivating creature, from the goatish Greek god Pan, to their cognitive capacity and typical milk yields.

From the largest terrestrial carnivore, the Polar Bear, to the tiny Least Weasel that can squeeze through a wedding ring, the true carnivores include some of the world's most charismatic, admired, feared and spectacular creatures.

A comprehensive account of how abiotic and biotic interactions shape patterns of coastal marine biodiversity and ecosystem processes globally.

Ultrastructure in Biological Systems, Volume 6: Ultrastructure of the Mammalian Heart focuses on the mammalian heart with some cross-reference to that of other vertebrates, such as birds.

Because of their exposure in marine parks, movies, and television as well as their presence in tropical and warm-temperature waters around the world, bottlenose dolphins are among the most familiar of marine mammals.

This synopsis covers evidence for the effects of conservation interventions for native farmland wildlife.

The first extensive treatment of the mandrill''s reproductive and behavioural biology, focusing on mechanisms of sexual selection and evolution.

Brain Receptor Methodologies, Part A, General Methods and Concepts: Amines and Acetylcholine provides information pertinent to neurotransmitter and neuromodulator receptors in brain.

Cells of Immunoglobulin Synthesis documents the proceedings of a symposium on "e;"e;Cells of Immunoglobulin Synthesis"e;"e; held at Arden House, on the Harriman Campus of Columbia University from June 9-11, 1978.

Islands are special because they promote unique forms of life, and large proportions of the species they hold are found nowhere else on Earth.

New edition presents progress made to practices, additional case studies, and emerging issues, for coastal scientists, engineers, planners.

In Vivo Perfusion and Release of Neuroactive Substances: Methods and Strategies examines the perfusion and release methods and strategies used to study in vivo neurochemistry in relation to electrophysiological and behavioral events.

A comprehensive and authoritative review of the current scientific knowledge of how evolution has shaped the brains of Australian marsupials.

"e;Vividly narrated and illustrated"e; this analysis of how endothermy evolved in birds and mammals is "e;provocative and fascinating"e; (Southeastern Naturalist).

Nucleosides, Nucleotides, and Their Biological Applications contains the proceedings of the Fifth International Round Table on Nucleosides, Nucleotides, and Their Biological Applications held at Research Triangle Park, North Carolina on October 20-22, 1982.

Hippos are unusual in being genuinely amphibious.

Practical and portable, this is the ultimate field guide to the world's cetaceansThis outstanding field guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises is the most comprehensive, authoritative and up-to-date guide to these popular mammals.

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Equine Genomics Equine genetics has long been studied as a means of improving traits such as performance capabilities and coat color in horses.

Mammalian Protein Metabolism, Volume IV is an 11-chapter text that describes the regulation of protein metabolism in mammals, both at the subcellular level and at the level of the intact organ and of the whole animal.

The Retina: A Model for Cell Biology Studies, Part I, is the first of a two-part series that details developments in the study of retinal cell biology.

Hypothalamic Hormones is a collection of papers that elucidates the various aspects, chemical properties, effects, and history of hypothalamic hormones.

An inspiring book about love in its purest form.

A comprehensive guide to the calls of the 44 species of bat currently known to occur in Europe.

Advances in Cellular Neurobiology, Volume 1 discusses the topographical anatomy and functional relation of the brain and spinal cord.

Sea Mammals and Oil: Confronting the Risks summarizes the effects of spilled petroleum, or "e;oil, on five groups of marine mammals, including seals, whales and dolphins, sea otters, polar bears, and manatees.

An updated and comprehensive guide identifying all of the world's sharksSharks are some of the most misunderstood animals on the planet.

Regulation of Gluconeogenesis documents the proceedings of 9th Conference of the Gesellschaft fur Biologische Chemie.

Research on Steroids contains the proceedings of the Fourth Meeting of the International Study Group for Steroid Hormones.

Twenty years in the making by a distinguished dolphin expert and his associates, The Hawaiian Spinner Dolphin is the first comprehensive scientific natural history of a dolphin species ever written.