Zoology and animal sciences

Key features:Presents a contemporary snapshot of the mechanisms underlying the evolution and adaptation of behaviorExplores how genetics, epigenetics, development, and environment shape behavior Discusses a broad range of behavioral repertoires and responses, including those related to thermoregulatory, foraging, predatory, displaying, social and escape strategies.

Key features:Presents a contemporary snapshot of the mechanisms underlying the evolution and adaptation of behaviorExplores how genetics, epigenetics, development, and environment shape behavior Discusses a broad range of behavioral repertoires and responses, including those related to thermoregulatory, foraging, predatory, displaying, social and escape strategies.

The standard electrocardiogram (ECG) is an indispensable, safe, and inexpensive test to assess dogs and cats with heart disease.

The standard electrocardiogram (ECG) is an indispensable, safe, and inexpensive test to assess dogs and cats with heart disease.

Why are humans so fond of water?

Why are humans so fond of water?

A decade after publication of the first edition, Handbook of Venoms and Toxins of Reptiles responds to extensive changes in the field of toxinology to endure as the most comprehensive review of reptile venoms on the market.

A decade after publication of the first edition, Handbook of Venoms and Toxins of Reptiles responds to extensive changes in the field of toxinology to endure as the most comprehensive review of reptile venoms on the market.

Key features: High quality full color photographs and descriptive texts on the location and removal of the organs from the mouse Instructive methods and clear visuals for trimming and orienting the organs for paraffin histology to obtain the best possible sections for analysis Full color photomicrographs of the resulting section for each organ stained with hematoxylin and eosin demonstrating important features and landmarks for the histologist to ensure the optimal area for analysis is achieved All in one, easy to use guide organized by individual organs of the laboratory mouse Spiralbound for easy reference in the lab This "e;one-stop"e; guide offers an essential resource for any academic, research or development operation where mouse necropsy and/or histology are performed.

Key features: High quality full color photographs and descriptive texts on the location and removal of the organs from the mouse Instructive methods and clear visuals for trimming and orienting the organs for paraffin histology to obtain the best possible sections for analysis Full color photomicrographs of the resulting section for each organ stained with hematoxylin and eosin demonstrating important features and landmarks for the histologist to ensure the optimal area for analysis is achieved All in one, easy to use guide organized by individual organs of the laboratory mouse Spiralbound for easy reference in the lab This "e;one-stop"e; guide offers an essential resource for any academic, research or development operation where mouse necropsy and/or histology are performed.

The concept of the 3Rs (Refinement, Reduction and Replacement) has been used as a framework for improving the welfare of laboratory animals for the last half century.

The concept of the 3Rs (Refinement, Reduction and Replacement) has been used as a framework for improving the welfare of laboratory animals for the last half century.

The series "e;Fish Physiology"e; recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary.

This book is a concise informative elucidation of all aspects of reproduction and development in annelids covering from arenicola to tubifex.

This book is a concise informative elucidation of all aspects of reproduction and development in annelids covering from arenicola to tubifex.

Health and welfare issues of brachycephalic (flat-faced) animals are one of the most pressing problems facing companion animals right now.

Originally published in 1971, Animals in Art and Thought discusses the ways in which animals have been used by man in art and literature.

Health and welfare issues of brachycephalic (flat-faced) animals are one of the most pressing problems facing companion animals right now.

Originally published in 1971, Animals in Art and Thought discusses the ways in which animals have been used by man in art and literature.

Gives an account of the morphologies of vertebrate respiratory organs and attempts to explicate the basis of the common and different structural and functional designs and stratagems that have evolved for acquisition of molecular oxygen.

CHOICE Highly recommended 2020Insects are key components of life on our planet, and their presence is essential for maintaining balanced terrestrial ecosystems.

Suturing Principles and Techniques in Laboratory Animal Surgery: Manual introduces the basic principles of, and the materials and instruments required for, suturing and wound closure on animals in a research or veterinary facility.

This is a concise and quick reference guide, clinically oriented, based on experience underpinned by published research data.

This book accompanies Infectious Diseases and Pathology of Reptiles, Second Edition to cover noninfectious diseases of reptiles, meeting the need for a similar, authoritative single-source reference.

Cats are not referred to specialists as frequently as dogs, meaning the general practitioner must routinely treat cats that have been involved in road traffic accidents and other musculoskeletal trauma.

Equine Anesthesia and Pain Management: A Color Handbook brings together key information for clinicians in an easy-to-use, problem-orientated format.

Fish are critically important to the welfare of this planet and its occupants, the health of both wild and captive fish populations paramount to our survival.

This work presents the state of knowledge on the endangered and threatened species of Thailand.

Karen Moriello's seminal book has been completely updated in an effort to create a true two-volume set highlighting fundamental and advanced concepts.

Bringing Bayesian Models to Life empowers the reader to extend, enhance, and implement statistical models for ecological and environmental data analysis.

Training and certification for Seafarers has been founded on technical aspects, but maybe the most important thing to do aboard a ship is dealing with people.

Bringing Bayesian Models to Life empowers the reader to extend, enhance, and implement statistical models for ecological and environmental data analysis.

Training and certification for Seafarers has been founded on technical aspects, but maybe the most important thing to do aboard a ship is dealing with people.

Learning from Disease in Pets: A 'One Health' Model for Discovery is the first encompassing reference guide for veterinarians, researchers and physicians on conducting studies using spontaneous models of disease in animals.

Learning from Disease in Pets: A 'One Health' Model for Discovery is the first encompassing reference guide for veterinarians, researchers and physicians on conducting studies using spontaneous models of disease in animals.

Interest in the humane and scientifically justifiable use of research animals has intensified since the publication of the 2nd edition of Animal Models in Cardiovascular Research.

The oceans represent a vast, complex and poorly understood ecosystem.

Many books have now been published in the broad field of environmental toxicology.

Horseshoe crabs, those mysterious ancient mariners, lured me into the sea as a child along the beaches of New Jersey.

In this book, we document and evaluate the recovery of gray wolves (Canis lupus) in the Great Lakes region of the United States.

Laboratory-bred common marmosets (Callithrix jacchus) have a natural lifespan in captivity in excess of 12 years, while their maximum longevity is more than 16 years.

Humans have always been fascinated by marine life, from extremely small diatoms to the largest mammal that inhabits our planet, the blue whale.

Who Cares About Wildlife?

Primate Craniofacial Function and Biology is an integrative volume with broad coverage of current research on primate craniofacial biology and function.

Nonhuman primates have played critical roles in biomedical research, and they are among the few animals whose use in research continues to increase.

Statistical design is one of the fundamentals of our subject, being at the core of the growth of statistics during the previous century.

Biology and Ecology of Earthworms is established as a key valuable text for students of agriculture, soil science, and soil invertebrate zoology and ecology.

Among all great ape species, the bonobo is still the least studied in both captivity and the wild.

We developed the first edition of this book because we perceived a need for a compilation on study design with application to studies of the ecology, conser- tion, and management of wildlife.

This volume reports the proceedings of the eleventh triennial meeting of the Chemical Signals in Vertebrates International Symposium and thus, is the 30th anniversary of the informal grouping of scientists who convene to discuss their common interests in the ways in which vertebrates use chemical signals.