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paperback. Can the structures that animals build - from the burrows of earthworms to towering termite mounds - be said to live? This text demonstrates that many animals construct and use structures to harness and control the flow of energy from their environment to their own advantage. Num Pages: 256 pages, 3 halftones, 118 line illustrations, 43 sidebars, 10 tables. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 227 x 197 x 18. Weight in Grams: 503.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Edition
- Revised ed.
- Number of pages
- 256
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674009851
- ISBN
- 9780674009851
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 53.99€ 45.56
€ 53.99
€ 45.56
Hardcover. As relevant and influential today as when it was first published, this classic exposition of evolutionary thought, widely hailed for its stylistic brilliance and deep scientific insights, stimulated whole new areas of research. This extended edition includes a new epilogue from the author and two key chapters from The Extended Phenotype. Num Pages: 592 pages, 9 black and white images. BIC Classification: PBUD; PDZ; PSAJ; PSVP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 147 x 267 x 51. Weight in Grams: 750.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 4th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780198788782
- ISBN
- 9780198788782
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 22.94
€ 31.99
€ 22.94
Paperback. In this Very Short Introduction, Michael Land introduces all aspects of the eye and vision in both human and animals. He looks at the features of the human eye and retina, explores the evolution of eyes, and considers aspects of visual perception, including eye movements, vision in three dimensions, colour vision, and visual recognition. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 128 pages, Approximately 30 black and white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSAN; PSVD. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 117 x 175 x 8. Weight in Grams: 104.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780199680306
- ISBN
- 9780199680306
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 11.99€ 10.89
€ 11.99
€ 10.89
Hardcover. Trichodorids constitute a group of nematodes, together with tylenchs and longidorids, that are parasitic on plants. The trichodorids form the smallest group in a number of genera, species and also individuals in the soil. This book offers descriptions that are supported by detailed drawings and micrographs and in many instances. Series: Developments in Plant Pathology. Num Pages: 360 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSTP; PSVT. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 708.
- Publisher
- Springer
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1995
- Edition
- 1995th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780792337737
- ISBN
- 9780792337737
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 256.76
€ 256.76
Hardcover. From cave paintings to the latest Siberian finds, woolly mammoths have fascinated people across the world for centuries. In this volume the large mammal is reconstructed through its history in science, myth and popular culture. Translator(s): Rodarmor, William. Num Pages: 336 pages, 23 halftones, 46 line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVW7; RBX. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 28. Weight in Grams: 578.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 336
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226112923
- ISBN
- 9780226112923
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 47.99€ 37.57
€ 47.99
€ 37.57
Paperback. Editor(s): Klei, Thomas R.; Rajan, T.V. Series: World Class Parasites. Num Pages: 182 pages, 12 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: MMFM; MMFP; MMRT; PSG; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 10. Weight in Grams: 302.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2002
- Number of pages
- 182
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781475776003
- ISBN
- 9781475776003
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 126.80
€ 126.80
Paperback. This volume presents a comprehensive description and analysis of the animal community of the tropical rain forest at El Verde, Puerto Rico. The contributors weave the strands of information about the energy flow within the forest into a tool for understanding community dynamics known as a food web. Num Pages: 628 pages, 50 halftones, 77 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KJP; PSTS; PSV; RGBL; RNC; RNK; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 230 x 155 x 34. Weight in Grams: 840.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- University Of Chicago Press
- Edition
- 1st
- Number of pages
- 628
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226706009
- ISBN
- 9780226706009
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 71.29€ 60.49
€ 71.29
€ 60.49
The Forebrain in Nonmammals. New Aspects of Structure and Development....
. Ed(S): Schwerdtfeger, Walter K.; Germroth, ...
Paperback. Editor(s): Schwerdtfeger, Walter K.; Germroth, Peter. Series: Experimental Brain Research Series. Num Pages: 223 pages, 27 black & white illustrations, 6 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAN; PSF; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 242 x 170 x 13. Weight in Grams: 411.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1990
- Number of pages
- 223
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783642753695
- ISBN
- 9783642753695
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.46
€ 127.46
Hardcover. Translated from the German by Lorenz, K.; Kickert, R.W. Translator(s): Lorenz, K.; Kickert, R.W. Num Pages: 380 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 161 x 28. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Publisher
- Springer
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Edition
- 1981st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783211816233
- ISBN
- 9783211816233
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 74.80
€ 74.80
Paperback. Translated from the German by Lorenz, K.; Kickert, R.W. Translator(s): Lorenz, K.; Kickert, R.W. Num Pages: 380 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 20. Weight in Grams: 559.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- Springer Verlag GmbH Austria
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 1981
- Number of pages
- 380
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783211999363
- ISBN
- 9783211999363
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 67.99
€ 67.99
The Future of DNA. Proceedings of an International If Gene Conference ...
. Ed(S): Wirz, J.; Bueren, E.T.Lammerts Van
Paperback. Editor(s): Wirz, J.; Bueren, E.T.Lammerts Van. Num Pages: 289 pages, biography. BIC Classification: HPQ; MFN; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 160 x 15. Weight in Grams: 470.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1997
- Number of pages
- 289
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401063128
- ISBN
- 9789401063128
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 194.26
€ 194.26
Paperback. Num Pages: 896 pages, biography. BIC Classification: MFN; PSAJ; PST; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 46. Weight in Grams: 1371.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1987
- Number of pages
- 896
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781489920096
- ISBN
- 9781489920096
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 377.13
€ 377.13
Hardcover. This volume explores progress in the understanding of the genetics of spermatogenesis and male infertility. Topics include advances and problems in the development and function of the testis, clinical findings in male infertility and the role of the Y chromosome in male fertility. Editor(s): McElreavey, K. Series: Results and Problems in Cell Differentiation. Num Pages: 306 pages, 9 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: MFKC1; MFN; PSAK; PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 19. Weight in Grams: 631.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1999
- Publisher
- Springer
- Edition
- 2000th Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9783540662648
- ISBN
- 9783540662648
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 255.49
€ 255.49
Hardcover. Nature employs a wide variety of sex determining mechanisms and it is only comparatively recently that the tools have become available for these to be explored at the cellular and molecular levels. Series: Novartis Foundation Symposia. Num Pages: 276 pages, Ill. BIC Classification: PSC; PSD; PSVW. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 241 x 168 x 23. Weight in Grams: 560.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 276
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470843468
- ISBN
- 9780470843468
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 205.04
€ 205.04
Paperback. Num Pages: 160 pages, 21 black & white illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 9. Weight in Grams: 260.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1936
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 1936
- Number of pages
- 160
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401756662
- ISBN
- 9789401756662
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.68
€ 65.68
paperback. Num Pages: 92 pages, 8 black & white illustrations, 4 colour illustrations, biography. BIC Classification: PSVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 170 x 5. Weight in Grams: 180.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1929
- Publisher
- Springer Netherlands
- Edition
- 1929th Edition
- Number of pages
- 92
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789401186810
- ISBN
- 9789401186810
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 65.17
€ 65.17
Hardback. Are selfishness and individuality - rather than kindness and cooperation - basic to biological nature? Does a 'selfish gene' create universal sexual conflict? This title intends to reject these and other ideas that have come to dominate the study of animal evolution. Num Pages: 272 pages, 20 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVP; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 22. Weight in Grams: 472.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Edition
- First Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520258266
- ISBN
- 9780520258266
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 50.99€ 36.45
€ 50.99
€ 36.45
Paperback. Develops a controversial alternative theory called social selection, which emphasizes cooperation, elucidates the factors that contribute to evolutionary success in a gene pool or animal social system, and demonstrates that to identify Darwinism with selfishness and individuality misrepresents the facts of life as we now know them. Num Pages: 272 pages, 20 tables. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 144 x 17. Weight in Grams: 350.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 272
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520265936
- ISBN
- 9780520265936
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 31.99€ 23.31
€ 31.99
€ 23.31
Paperback. An edited compilation of recent research papers on the socioecology, population biology, and conservation status of the small apes, this text is useful to those interested in the small apes, as well as in the gibbon angle on a number of primatological issues. Editor(s): Lappan, Susan; Whittaker, Danielle. Series: Developments in Primatology: Progress and Prospects. Num Pages: 526 pages, 87 black & white illustrations, 60 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156 x 27. Weight in Grams: 825.
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2010
- Edition
- Softcover reprint of hardcover 1st ed. 2009
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781441927828
- ISBN
- 9781441927828
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 373.52
€ 373.52
The Gibbons: New Perspectives on Small Ape Socioecology and Population...
. Ed(S): Lappan, Susan; Whittaker, Danielle; ...
Hardback. An edited compilation of recent research papers on the socioecology, population biology, and conservation status of the small apes, this text is useful to those interested in the small apes, as well as in the gibbon angle on a number of primatological issues. Editor(s): Lappan, Susan; Whittaker, Danielle; Geissmann, Thomas. Series: Developments in Primatology: Progress and Prospects. Num Pages: 526 pages, 87 black & white illustrations, 60 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSVW79. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 243 x 160 x 34. Weight in Grams: 964.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 526
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780387886039
- ISBN
- 9780387886039
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 381.51
€ 381.51
Hardcover. Num Pages: 232 pages. BIC Classification: PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 178 x 251 x 16. Weight in Grams: 610.
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2016
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118587478
- ISBN
- 9781118587478
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 77.91
€ 77.91
Paperback. Focuses on the antelope that dominates the savanna ecosystems of eastern and southern Africa. This book presents a synthesis of research conducted over a span of fifty years, mainly on the wildebeest in the Ngorongoro and Serengeti ecosystems, where eighty percent of the world's wildebeest population lives. Num Pages: 368 pages, black & white illustrations, black & white tables, maps, figures. BIC Classification: 1HFM; PSAF; PSVS; PSVW7; RNKH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 154 x 229 x 23. Weight in Grams: 604.
- Publisher
- University of California Press
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520273191
- ISBN
- 9780520273191
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 33.99€ 25.06
€ 33.99
€ 25.06
Hardback. Focuses on the antelope that dominates the savanna ecosystems of eastern and southern Africa. This book presents a synthesis of research conducted over a span of fifty years, mainly on the wildebeest in the Ngorongoro and Serengeti ecosystems, where eighty percent of the world's wildebeest population lives. Num Pages: 368 pages, illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSV; PSVW7; WNC. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 162 x 234 x 28. Weight in Grams: 712.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- First Edition, 1 ed.
- SKU
- V9780520273184
- ISBN
- 9780520273184
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 70.10€ 54.84
€ 70.10
€ 54.84
Paperback. Editor(s): Barrett, Gary W.; Feldhamer, George A. Num Pages: 257 pages, 10 black & white tables, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSV; PSVS; RNF; RNK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 235 x 155 x 14. Weight in Grams: 415.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2014
- Publisher
- Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
- Number of pages
- 257
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781489993519
- ISBN
- 9781489993519
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 115.36
€ 115.36