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Paperback. A guide to the Chesapeake's fishes. Suitable for both anglers and students of the Bay, it includes detailed descriptions of physical characteristics, range, occurrence in the Bay, reproduction, diet, and statistics from fisheries research. Illustrator(s): Kells, Valerie A. Num Pages: 360 pages, 253, 251 colour illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1KBB; PSVW1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 154 x 27. Weight in Grams: 646.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9781421407685
ISBN
9781421407685
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 27.99
€ 26.20

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

€ 54.28

The Handbook of Developmental Science, Behavior, and Genetics brings together the cutting-edge theory, research and methodology that contribute to our current scientific understanding of the role of genetics in the developmental system. Editor(s): Hood, Kathryn E.; Halpern, Carolyn Tucker; Greenberg, Gary; Lerner, Richard M. Num Pages: 776 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: JM; PSAK; PSVP. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 247 x 176 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1472.
Publication date
2010
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
776
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405187824
ISBN
9781405187824
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 76.75

Hardcover. Abnormal behaviour patterns, from the jumping and somersaulting of caged laboratory mice to the pacing of enclosed 'big cats', are displayed by many animals. This book focuses on the causation and treatment of these environment-induced stereotypic behaviours, and their implications for animal welfare and normalcy of brain functioning. Editor(s): Mason, G.; Rushen, Jeffrey. Num Pages: 384 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: MZD; PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 174 x 250 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1012. Fundamentals and Applications to Welfare. 384 pages, illustrations. Editor(s): Mason, G.; Rushen, Jeffrey. Abnormal behaviour patterns, from the jumping and somersaulting of caged laboratory mice to the pacing of enclosed 'big cats', are displayed by many animals. This book focuses on the causation and treatment of these environment-induced stereotypic behaviours, and their implications for animal welfare and normalcy of brain functioning. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: MZD; PSVP. Dimension: 174 x 250 x 28. Weight: 1012.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2006
Publisher
CABI
Edition
Second
Number of pages
384
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851990040
ISBN
9780851990040
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 209.73

Hardcover. The genetic information being unlocked by advances in genomic and high throughput technologies is rapidly revolutionizing our understanding of developmental processes in bovine species. This information is allowing researchers unprecedented insight into the genetic basis of key traits. Editor(s): Womack, James. Num Pages: 284 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVH; PSVW7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 253 x 173 x 17. Weight in Grams: 664.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
284
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813821221
ISBN
9780813821221
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 234.69

Hardcover. The complete mapping of the horse genome sequence makes a significant contribution to understanding equine biology. This book provides a timely comprehensive overview of equine genomic research. Num Pages: 336 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MZDH; PSAK1; PSVW7; TCBG. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 179 x 245 x 19. Weight in Grams: 754.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Iowa State University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780813815633
ISBN
9780813815633
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 187.41

Hardcover. His inspirational story of dedicated individuals, creative endeavors, and adventure reveals what is being done and what else we must do in order to ensure that these fascinating animals continue swimming in the oceans. Num Pages: 240 pages, 12, 12 colour plates. BIC Classification: PSVW5; RNKH1; WNCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 221 x 147 x 21. Weight in Grams: 460.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801899072
ISBN
9780801899072
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 36.20

Scholars of and researchers involved in wildlife management will find this history both fascinating and revealing. Series: Animals, History, Culture. Num Pages: 264 pages, 15, 15 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSV; RNKH. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 237 x 160 x 23. Weight in Grams: 500.
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
264
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801897108
ISBN
9780801897108
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 68.78

Richly illustrated and featuring the latest information on scimitar-tooth cats of the New World, The Other Saber-tooths is an engaging and comprehensive collection of information about these fascinating felines that will appeal to paleontologists and anyone else interested in the prehistoric world. Editor(s): Naples, Virginia L.; Martin, Larry D.; Babiarz, John P. Num Pages: 252 pages, 132, 65 colour illustrations, 65 black & white halftones, 2 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSV; RBX. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 285 x 223 x 21. Weight in Grams: 1120.
Publication date
2011
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
252
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801896644
ISBN
9780801896644
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 137.32

Hardback. The Eponym Dictionary of Mammals is a highly readable and informative guide to the people whose names are immortalized in mammal nomenclature. Num Pages: 592 pages, black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: GBC; PSVW7. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 260 x 186 x 45. Weight in Grams: 1248.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
592
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801893049
ISBN
9780801893049
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 83.76

Hardback. At once instructive and compelling, this theme-spanning book reveals the complex nature of maturity in scores of social species and shows that animal behavior often displays the same diversity we find in ourselves. Num Pages: 240 pages. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 169 x 25. Weight in Grams: 464.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801890505
ISBN
9780801890505
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 47.52

Here Plotkin and her colleagues reveal the nature of these species and the steps needed to make sure they remain a permanent part of the marine environment. Editor(s): Plotkin, Pamela T. Num Pages: 368 pages, 64, 64 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW5; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 254 x 178 x 25. Weight in Grams: 953.
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801886119
ISBN
9780801886119
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 79.80

Books in the series cover a wide range of topics, including zoo- and aquarium-based field conservation, animal management science, public education, philosophy, and ethics. Editor(s): Asa, Cheryl S.; Porton, Ingrid J. Series: Zoo and Aquarium Biology and Conservation Series. Num Pages: 288 pages, 1, 1 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 233 x 164 x 25. Weight in Grams: 534.
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801883040
ISBN
9780801883040
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 87.67

This comprehensive resource will be indispensable for marine mammal biologists, oceanographers, conservation program managers, government regulators, policy makers, and anyone who is concerned about the future of these captivating species. Editor(s): Reynolds, John E., III; Perrin, William F.; Reeves, Randall R.; Montgomery, Suzanne; Ragen, Timothy J. Num Pages: 240 pages, 39, 31 black & white halftones, 8 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVW73; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 280 x 216 x 21. Weight in Grams: 908.
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
240
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801882555
ISBN
9780801882555
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 72.45

Birds of Two Worlds will complete the trilogy and become indispensable for ornithologists, evolutionary biologists, serious birders, and public and academic libraries. Editor(s): Greenberg, Russell; Marra, Peter P. Num Pages: 488 pages, 110, 9 black & white halftones, 101 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 291 x 227 x 41. Weight in Grams: 1602.
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
488
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801881077
ISBN
9780801881077
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.22

Zamudio, Cornell University. Editor(s): Fox, Stanley F.; McCoy, J.Kelly; Baird, Troy A. Num Pages: 456 pages, 82, 1 black & white halftones, 81 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVP; PSVW5. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 229 x 152 x 30. Weight in Grams: 726.
Publication date
2002
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
456
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801868931
ISBN
9780801868931
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 112.34

Paperback. A description of the species and subspecies of sea stars in the coastal waters of northwestern North America. Although it covers the coastal waters down to 200 metres below the surface, it lists 26 more species that live below 200 metres and 14 others that occur just outside the region covered. Series: Royal British Columbia Museum Handbook. Num Pages: 228 pages, 40 colour & 100 b&w photographs, 75 line drawings. BIC Classification: 1KBBWK; 1KBBWS; 1KBCB; PSVT; WNCS1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 216 x 140 x 13. Weight in Grams: 295.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Publisher
Royal BC Museum
Edition
2nd
Condition
New
SKU
V9780774808255
ISBN
9780774808255
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 18.99
€ 17.73

Paperback. How to interpret radiographs of native mammals in order to make informed decisions on diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. Num Pages: 320 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVL; PSVW7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 270 x 210 x 23. Weight in Grams: 1090.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing Australia
Number of pages
320
Condition
New
SKU
V9780643108646
ISBN
9780643108646
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 197.67

Paperback. This revised and updated guide provides concise accounts of all the known frogs of Australia. Num Pages: 200 pages, col. Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: 1MBF; PSVW3; WNCK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 155 x 235 x 15. Weight in Grams: 448.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2011
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing
Edition
Revised ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9780643103986
ISBN
9780643103986
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 56.99

This book explores Australia's unique predator communities from pre-historic, historic and current perspectives. Editor(s): Glen, Alistair S.; Dickman, Christopher R. Num Pages: 448 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: 1MBF; PDX; PSV; RNC. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 277 x 212 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1748.
Publication date
2014
Publisher
CSIRO Publishing Australia
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
SKU
V9780643103108
ISBN
9780643103108
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 107.79

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