The Biology of Sharks and Rays - Couverture rigide

Klimley, A. Peter

 
9780226442495: The Biology of Sharks and Rays
Couverture rigide
ISBN 10 : 0226442497 ISBN 13 : 9780226442495
Editeur : University of Chicago Press, 2013

Synopsis

The Biology of Sharks and Rays is a comprehensive resource on the biological and physiological characteristics of the cartilaginous fishes: sharks, rays, and chimaeras. In sixteen chapters, organized by theme, A. Peter Klimley covers a broad spectrum of topics, including taxonomy, morphology, ecology, and physiology. For example, he explains the body design of sharks and why the ridged, toothlike denticles that cover their entire bodies are present on only part of the rays' bodies and are absent from those of chimaeras. Another chapter explores the anatomy of the jaws and the role of the muscles and teeth in jaw extension, seizure, and handling of prey. The chapters are richly illustrated with pictures of sharks, diagrams of sensory organs, drawings of the body postures of sharks during threat and reproductive displays, and maps showing the extent of the species' foraging range and long-distance migrations. Each chapter commences with an anecdote from the author about his own personal experience with the topic, followed by thought-provoking questions and a list of recommended readings in the scientific literature.

The book will be a useful textbook for advanced ichthyology students as well as an encyclopedic source for those seeking a greater understanding of these fascinating creatures.

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À propos de l?auteur

A. Peter Klimley is adjunct professor in the Department of Wildlife, Fish, and Conservation and director of the Biotelemetry Laboratory at the University of California, Davis. He is the author of The Secret Life of Sharks.

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Éditeur
University of Chicago Press
Date d'édition
2013
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0226442497
ISBN 13 
9780226442495
Reliure
Relié
Illustrateur
Oerding Steven
Nombre de pages
512
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Personne responsable
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