Zoology & animal sciences
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Zoology & animal sciences
Paperback. Investigates the origins of life's diversity and integrates data from molecular genetics, evolutionary developmental biology, embryology, comparative morphology, and paleontology into an analysis of interest to scholars from any of these fields. This book examines the sorts of evidence that can be gleaned from fossils, molecules, and morphology. Num Pages: 608 pages, 9 halftones, 252 line drawings. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSC; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 185 x 34. Weight in Grams: 1090.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226845494
- ISBN
- 9780226845494
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.36
€ 66.36
Hardcover. Oocyte Physiology and Development in Domestic Animals reviews the most recent advances in the research of physiological and biochemical mechanisms underlying oocyte growth and development, providing readers with the fundamental understanding of these key processes and summarizing this important field of research. Editor(s): Krisher, Rebecca. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVH; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 181 x 252 x 15. Weight in Grams: 620.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470959206
- ISBN
- 9780470959206
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 238.62
€ 238.62
Oogenesis - the process by which female germ cells develop intomature eggs, or ova - is a complex process involving many importantelements of developmental and cellular biology: from cell-cellinteractions, complex signalling cascades, specialized cell cyclesand cytoskeleton organization. Num Pages: 516 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSC; PSF; PSVH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 251 x 175 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1036.
- Publication date
- 2010
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Number of pages
- 516
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470696828
- ISBN
- 9780470696828
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 165.00
€ 165.00
Paperback. Optimization theory is designed to find the best ways of doing things. This work shows how extraordinarily diverse branches of biology are illuminated by the powerful methods of optimization theory. It also explains the mathematics involved, with biology students in mind. It is also useful for professionals, ranging from teachers to researchers. Num Pages: 176 pages, 38 line illus. 7 tables. BIC Classification: PDE; PSAJ; PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 229 x 152 x 10. Weight in Grams: 257.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1997
- Publisher
- Princeton University Press
- Edition
- Revised
- Number of pages
- 180
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780691027982
- ISBN
- 9780691027982
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 127.82
€ 127.82
The broader social context in which scientists work is just as important to the project of naming, describing, classifying, and, ultimately, explaining life. Num Pages: 392 pages, 11, 11 black & white halftones. BIC Classification: 3JH; 3JJ; BGTA; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 160 x 30. Weight in Grams: 670.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 392
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781421406008
- ISBN
- 9781421406008
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 55.44
€ 55.44
Paperback. It provides an important reference for professional conservationists and wildlife biologists. Num Pages: 248 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVS; PSVW7; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 16. Weight in Grams: 394.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- Cambridge University Press United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 248
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780521101349
- ISBN
- 9780521101349
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 60.09
€ 60.09
Paperback. We have long attributed man's violent, aggressive, competitive nature to his animal ancestry. But what if we are just as given to cooperation, empathy, and morality by virtue of our genes? This work looks at the most provocative aspects of human nature - power, sex, violence, kindness, and morality. Num Pages: 300 pages, Black and white photographs. BIC Classification: JM; PSAJ; PSVW79. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 197 x 149 x 20. Weight in Grams: 226.
- Publisher
- Granta Books
- Number of pages
- 300
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- New Ed
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781862078826
- ISBN
- 9781862078826
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 13.99€ 11.56
€ 13.99
€ 11.56
Hardback. From the great horned to the tiny elf owl, this amazing volume captures the beauty and mystery of these charismatic birds of prey. Num Pages: 264 pages, 207, 188 colour illustrations, 19 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; 1KBC; PSVW6; WNCB. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 280 x 229 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1498.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2007
- Publisher
- Johns Hopkins University Press United States
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 264
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780801886874
- ISBN
- 9780801886874
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 40.44
€ 43.99
€ 40.44
This volume presents a unique comparative treatment of the role oxidative stress plays in vertebrates and invertebrates in multiple organ systems with regards to cell death, development, aging, and human diseases, and anti-oxidant therapy. Editor(s): Farooqui, Tahira; Farooqui, Akhlaq A. Num Pages: 416 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSF; PSVD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 285 x 220 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1216.
- Publication date
- 2012
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United States
- Number of pages
- 416
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781118001943
- ISBN
- 9781118001943
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.83
€ 196.83
Paperback. Oyster explores the animal's traditional associations with sex, seduction, and romance, as well as the literature, philosophy, art, jewellery and recipes that oysters and pearls have inspired throughout history. Series: Animal S. Num Pages: 240 pages, 56 black & white illustrations, 61 colour illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT3. Category: (J) Children / Juvenile. Dimension: 192 x 134 x 17. Weight in Grams: 418.
- Publisher
- Reaktion Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 240
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2004
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861892218
- ISBN
- 9781861892218
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 24.37
€ 24.37
Paperback. Num Pages: 128 pages, colour photos. BIC Classification: PSVW1; WSXF. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 219 x 147 x 8. Weight in Grams: 236.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 1996
- Publisher
- Hancock House Publishers Ltd ,Canada Canada
- Number of pages
- 128
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780888393791
- ISBN
- 9780888393791
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 14.16
€ 17.99
€ 14.16
Hardback. Pacific Salmon Life Histories gives detailed descriptions of the different life phases through which each of the seven species pass. Editor(s): Margolis, L. Num Pages: 608 pages, illustrations, colour plates, maps, tables, geographical index, general index. BIC Classification: 1QSP; GBC; PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 6452 x 5487 x 36. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 1991
- Publisher
- University of British Columbia Press Canada
- Number of pages
- 608
- Condition
- New
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780774803595
- ISBN
- 9780774803595
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 152.93
€ 152.93
Paperback. Parasites can: rewrite DNA; rewire the brain; genetically engineer viruses as weapons; and turn healthy hosts into the living dead. This book follows researchers as they penetrate the mysteries of these omnipotent creatures who control evolution, ecxosystems, and perhaps the future of mankind. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PDZ; PSGH; PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 139 x 21. Weight in Grams: 320.
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- Number of pages
- 320
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2002
- Edition
- New
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780743200110
- ISBN
- 9780743200110
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 18.99€ 17.94
€ 18.99
€ 17.94
hardcover. Examines research into the molecular biology, genomics and transcriptomics of, and control strategies for, flatworm parasites. These include Cestodes and Trematodes. This book explores three main areas: phylogeny, genetics and transcriptomes; immunobiology, host-parasite interaction and control; and protein function, metabolism and physiology. Editor(s): Maule, A. G. (Queen's University, Belfast); Marks, N. J. (Queen's University, Belfast). Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMFP; MZMP; PSVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1134.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publisher
- CABI Publishing United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 480
- Condition
- New
- Publication date
- 2006
- Edition
- Illustrated
- SKU
- V9780851990279
- ISBN
- 9780851990279
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 175.06
€ 175.06
Paperback. .
- Publisher
- Reaktion Books United Kingdom
- Number of pages
- 216
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2006
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781861892379
- ISBN
- 9781861892379
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 17.99€ 15.07
€ 17.99
€ 15.07
Hardback. Explores recent scientific discoveries and what they reveal about the lives of wild parrots, which are among the most intelligent and rarest of birds. This book focuses on general patterns across the 350-odd species of parrots, as well as what can be learned from interesting exceptions to these generalities. Num Pages: 346 pages, 89 color images, 13 line illustrations, 4 tables. BIC Classification: PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. .
- Publisher
- University of California Press United States
- Number of pages
- 346
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2015
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780520239258
- ISBN
- 9780520239258
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 43.99€ 32.57
€ 43.99
€ 32.57
Paperback. Num Pages: 496 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 154 x 225 x 35. Weight in Grams: 968.
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2005
- Publisher
- The University of Chicago Press United States
- Edition
- 0th Edition
- Number of pages
- 496
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780226080901
- ISBN
- 9780226080901
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 66.36
€ 66.36
Hardcover.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2013
- Publisher
- University of Washington Press United States
- Number of pages
- 360
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780295992846
- ISBN
- 9780295992846
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 40.99€ 37.06
€ 40.99
€ 37.06
Hardback. Need-to-know information on the classification and identification of aquatic invertebrates This Fourth Edition of the standard reference used by generations of professionals and students is the source for authoritative information on the natural history, ecology, and taxonomy of free-living American freshwater invertebrates. Num Pages: 648 pages, illustrations, colour plates, photographs. BIC Classification: 1KBB; PSPF; PSPM; PSVT. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 258 x 181 x 37. Weight in Grams: 1240.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2001
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United States
- Edition
- 4 Rev ed
- Number of pages
- 648
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780471358374
- ISBN
- 9780471358374
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 196.92
€ 196.92
Hardcover. The percid fishes (or perch family) comprise many species including the perch, pikeperch, yellow perch, walleye and the darters. These species are of great ecological and economic importance, being important components of the freshwater ecosystem and recreational and commercial fisheries. Series: Fish and Aquatic Resources. Num Pages: 368 pages, 152 illustrations, references, index. BIC Classification: PSVW1; TVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 265 x 188 x 27. Weight in Grams: 862.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2000
- Publisher
- John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Number of pages
- 368
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780632056163
- ISBN
- 9780632056163
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 326.92
€ 326.92
Hardcover. Num Pages: 551 pages. BIC Classification: KNAF; MZ; PSV; R; RN. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 230 x 150. .
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2011
- Publisher
- Astral International India
- Number of pages
- 551
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9789351241379
- ISBN
- 9789351241379
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 113.78€ 110.60
€ 113.78
€ 110.60
Hardcover. Helps readers to gain a modern understanding of animal behavior. Presents a variety of different perspectives including genetics, neurological, learning and behavioral ecology Introduces the scientific reasoning and methodology of animal behavior Addresses development and mechanisms . Num Pages: 544 pages, Illustrations (some col.). BIC Classification: PS; PSVP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 223 x 282 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1294.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2009
- Publisher
- John Wiley & Sons Inc United Kingdom
- Edition
- 3rd Edition
- Number of pages
- 544
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780470045176
- ISBN
- 9780470045176
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 279.26
€ 279.26
Paperback. Renowned veterinarian Dr. Nicholas Dodman breaks new ground with the profound recognition that humans' and other animals' minds work in similar ways. Num Pages: 304 pages. BIC Classification: JM; PSVP; WNG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 212 x 139. .
- Format
- Paperback
- Publication date
- 2017
- Publisher
- Atria Books
- Edition
- Reprint
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9781476749037
- ISBN
- 9781476749037
Paperback
Condition: New
€ 16.99€ 16.30
€ 16.99
€ 16.30
Hardcover. Species of the genus Pheidole are the most abundant and diverse ants of the New World and range from the northern US to Argentina. In this text, Edward O. Wilson untangles its classification, time, characterising all 625 known species, and ordering them into 19 species groups. Num Pages: 818 pages, 1 color illustration insert, 650 fine line illustrations, 5 tables, 4 halftones. BIC Classification: 1K; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 310 x 241 x 53. Weight in Grams: 3006.
- Format
- Hardback
- Publication date
- 2003
- Publisher
- Harvard University Press United States
- Number of pages
- 818
- Condition
- New
- SKU
- V9780674002937
- ISBN
- 9780674002937
Hardback
Condition: New
€ 247.91
€ 247.91