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. Ed(S): Riesch, Rudiger; Tobler, Michael; Plath, Martin - Extremophile Fishes: Ecology, Evolution, and Physiology of Teleosts in Extreme Environments - 9783319348896 - V9783319348896
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Extremophile Fishes: Ecology, Evolution, and Physiology of Teleosts in Extreme Environments

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Description for Extremophile Fishes: Ecology, Evolution, and Physiology of Teleosts in Extreme Environments paperback. Editor(s): Riesch, Rudiger; Tobler, Michael; Plath, Martin. Num Pages: 338 pages, 14 black & white illustrations, 16 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSVD; PSVS; PSVW1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 18. Weight in Grams: 522.

This book summarizes the key adaptations enabling extremophile fishes to survive under harsh environmental conditions. It reviews the most recent research on acidic, Antarctic, cave, desert, hypersaline, hypoxic, temporary, and fast-flowing habitats, as well as naturally and anthropogenically toxic waters, while pointing out generalities that are evident across different study systems. Knowledge of the different adaptations that allow fish to cope with stressful environmental conditions furthers our understanding of basic physiological, ecological, and evolutionary principles. In several cases, evidence is provided for how the adaptation to extreme environments promotes the emergence of new species. Furthermore, a link is made to ... Read more

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Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Publisher
Springer Switzerland
Number of pages
338
Condition
New
Number of Pages
326
Place of Publication
Cham, Switzerland
ISBN
9783319348896
SKU
V9783319348896
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Reviews for Extremophile Fishes: Ecology, Evolution, and Physiology of Teleosts in Extreme Environments
“The volume has been carefully edited so that each of the 10 chapters that cover a type of extremophilia touches on a similar set of points. … The strengths of this book include its emphasis on integrative combinations of disciplines in each chapter, the breadth of interesting case studies, and the diverse expertise of the authors. … I recommend it ... Read more

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