Host-Parasite Evolution: General Principles and Avian Models - Couverture rigide

Clayton, D.

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 0198548931 ISBN 13 : 9780198548935

Editeur : Oxford University Press, 1997

Synopsis

This question-oriented volume seeks to bridge the gap between evolutionary ecologists and parasitologists. A range of experts have written chapters that review general concepts and provide a detailed survey of the parasites of a major group of hosts. The book concludes with extensive reviews of methods used to study bird parasites. It should be of use to anyone interested in understanding host-parasite interactions, particularly from an evolutionary perspective.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This is a question-oriented volume with a solid organismal foundation that will help to bridge the gap between evolutionary ecologists and parasitologists. A range of experts have written chapters that review general concepts and provide a detailed survey of the parasites of a major group of hosts. The book concludes with extensive reviews of methods used to study bird parasites. It is a novel and valuable tool for anyone interested in understanding host-parasite interactions, particularly from an evolutionary perspective.

Revue de presse

impressive synthesis of recent advances ... This volume also serves as a guide to carrying out studies on host-parasite interactions. Some essential techniques are clearly explained. This excellent work will stimulate researchers in the fields of evolutionary biology, parasitology, community and population biology and conservation biology. (A.K. Lindholm, 1997 British Ecological Society Journal of Animal Ecology 66)

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Oxford University Press
• Date d'édition: 1997
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0198548931
• ISBN 13: 9780198548935
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 486
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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