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Zoology & animal sciences

Paperback. A field guide to the marvellously diverse creatures of the rainforest, this book includes information on 226 species. It identifies characteristics, similar species, vocalization, behaviour and natural history, geographic range, conservation status, local names and literature references. Illustrator(s): Feer, Francois. Num Pages: 318 pages, 29 colour plates, 9 halftones, 195 maps, 14 line drawings. BIC Classification: PSVW7; RGBL; RNPD. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 226 x 160 x 19. Weight in Grams: 590.
Publisher
The University of Chicago Press United States
Number of pages
318
Format
Paperback
Publication date
1997
Edition
Second Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226207216
ISBN
9780226207216
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 50.92
€ 43.79

Hardback. Editor(s): Saruwatari, Kumiko; Nishimura, Miharu. Num Pages: 156 pages, Illustrations (some col.), maps (some col.). BIC Classification: PSVT5. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly. Dimension: 235 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 372.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc United States
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9781619422254
ISBN
9781619422254
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 168.15
€ 115.01

Hardcover. .
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
768
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781405107242
ISBN
9781405107242
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 110.96

Paperback. Describes various sites that have been visited, verified and been given revised text. This book provides bar graphs of seasonal distribution and sections on selected species of birds. It has a brief summary of the islands' biota, lists of mammals, amphibians and reptiles. It has travel advice and information on local contacts and societies. Series: Prion Birdwatchers' Guide Series. Num Pages: 172 pages, 36 b/w photos, maps, figs. BIC Classification: PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 244 x 168 x 15. Weight in Grams: 562.
Publisher
Prion Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
172
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Edition
3rd
Condition
New
SKU
V9781871104110
ISBN
9781871104110
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 33.76

Hardback. Horses were domesticated about 6000 years ago on the vast Eurasian steppe. The author presents an encyclopedic synthesis of scientific knowledge about equine behavior and cognition, providing experts and enthusiasts alike with an understanding of how horses perceive, think about, and adapt to their physical and social worlds. Num Pages: 436 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 154 x 34. Weight in Grams: 880.
Publisher
Harvard University Press
Number of pages
436
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
Tra
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674724969
ISBN
9780674724969
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 52.05
€ 48.00

Paperback. Editor(s): Smith, Julie A.; Mitchell, Robert W. Series: Critical Perspectives on Animals: Theory, Culture, Science and Law. Num Pages: 400 pages, 29 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSV. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 20. Weight in Grams: 534. An Anthology of Animal-Human Encounters. Series: Critical Perspectives on Animals: Theory, Culture, Science and Law. 400 pages, 29 black & white illustrations. Editor(s): Smith, Julie A.; Mitchell, Robert W. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational. BIC Classification: PSV. Dimension: 228 x 154 x 20. Weight: 526.
Publisher
Columbia University Press
Number of pages
400
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Condition
New
SKU
V9780231161510
ISBN
9780231161510
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 46.99
€ 33.49

hardcover. A concise and contemporary synthesis of research into the ecology and conservation of wood ants, encompassing all known species. Editor(s): Stockan, Jenni A.; Robinson, Elva J. H. Series: Ecology, Biodiversity and Conservation. Num Pages: 270 pages, 98 b/w illus. 18 tables. BIC Classification: PSV; PSVS; PSVT; PSVT7; RNC; RNK; RNKH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 160 x 235 x 19. Weight in Grams: 624.
Publisher
Cambridge University Press
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2016
Edition
Illustrated
Condition
New
SKU
V9781107048331
ISBN
9781107048331
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 97.95

Paperback. .
Publisher
5M Books Ltd
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2017
Condition
New
SKU
V9781910455753
ISBN
9781910455753
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 25.99
€ 25.61

Hardback. On the bicentennial of his death, this beautifully illustrated volume pays tribute to the Scot who became the father of American ornithology. Alexander Wilson made unique contributions to ecology and animal behavior. His drawings of birds in realistic poses in their natural habitat inspired Audubon, Spencer Fullerton Baird, and other naturalists. Num Pages: 400 pages, 146 color illustrations, 6 tables. BIC Classification: 1KBB; AGN; BGT; PSVW6. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 243 x 163 x 43. Weight in Grams: 936.
Publisher
Harvard University Press United States
Number of pages
400
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780674072558
ISBN
9780674072558
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 40.99
€ 34.07

Paperback. Parasites have become a powerful model system for the study of ecology and evolution, with practical applications in disease prevention. This work presents an evolutionary framework for the study of parasite biology, combining theory with empirical examples for a broader understanding of why parasites are as they are and do what they do. Num Pages: 360 pages, 109 line illus. 2 tables. BIC Classification: PSGH; PSVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 252 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 650.
Publisher
Princeton University Press United States
Number of pages
360
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
Second
Condition
New
SKU
V9780691120850
ISBN
9780691120850
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 82.90
€ 64.29

Paperback. Num Pages: 616 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVW73. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 240 x 196 x 54. Weight in Grams: 1858.
Publisher
Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780124095427
ISBN
9780124095427
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 87.71

Paperback. Divided into 3 parts, this book presents an account of the behavioural biology of dogs. The first part deals with the evolution and development of the dog, whereas the next part deals with basic aspects of dog behaviour. The final part emphasises on the behavioural problems, their prevention and cure. Editor(s): Jensen, P. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MZC; PSVP; PSVW7. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 18. Weight in Grams: 552. 288 pages, Illustrations. Editor(s): Jensen, P. Divided into 3 parts, this book presents an account of the behavioural biology of dogs. The first part deals with the evolution and development of the dog, whereas the next part deals with basic aspects of dog behaviour. The final part emphasises on the behavioural problems, their prevention and cure. Cateogry: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: MZC; PSVP; PSVW7. Dimension: 234 x 159 x 18. Weight: 544.
Publisher
CABI Publishing
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845931872
ISBN
9781845931872
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 93.10

Paperback. Takes us around the globe on a colorful journey in search of the hidden world of ants. In tales from Nigeria, Indonesia, the Amazon, Australia, California, and elsewhere, this book recounts the author's entomological exploits and provides details on how ants live and how they dominate their ecosystems through strikingly human behaviors. Num Pages: 288 pages, 61 color illustrations, 1 b/w photograph, 1 line illustration. BIC Classification: PSVT7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 255 x 179 x 20. Weight in Grams: 856. A Global Safari with a Cast of Trillions. 288 pages, Illustrations (chiefly col.). Takes us around the globe on a colorful journey in search of the hidden world of ants. In tales from Nigeria, Indonesia, the Amazon, Australia, California, and elsewhere, this book recounts the author's entomological exploits and provides details on how ants live and how they dominate their ecosystems through strikingly human behaviors. Cateogry: (G) General (US: Trade). BIC Classification: PSVT7. Dimension: 179 x 254 x 21. Weight: 866.
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
288
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Edition
0th Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780520271289
ISBN
9780520271289
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 31.99
€ 23.09

Hardback. Editor(s): Lessman, Charles A.; Carver, Ethan A. Num Pages: 317 pages. BIC Classification: KNAF; PSVW1. Dimension: 262 x 188 x 23. Weight in Grams: 758.
Publisher
Nova Science Publishers Inc
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2014
Edition
UK ed.
Condition
New
SKU
V9781631175589
ISBN
9781631175589
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 252.24
€ 170.94

Paperback. .
Publisher
Strange Attractor Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9781907222344
ISBN
9781907222344
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 23.99
€ 19.92

Paperback. Presenting the major principles of nutrition of both domestic and wild animals, this book takes a comparative approach, recognising that there are considerable differences in nutrient digestion, metabolism and requirements among various mammalian and avian species. Num Pages: 352 pages, 218 illustrations. BIC Classification: MZL; PSV; TVH. Category: (UF) Further/Higher Education. Dimension: 241 x 189 x 23. Weight in Grams: 978. 352 pages, 218 illustrations. Presenting the major principles of nutrition of both domestic and wild animals, this book takes a comparative approach, recognising that there are considerable differences in nutrient digestion, metabolism and requirements among various mammalian and avian species. Cateogry: (UF) Further/Higher Education. BIC Classification: MZL; PSV; TVH. Dimension: 241 x 189 x 23. Weight: 958.
Publisher
CABI Publishing
Number of pages
352
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2010
Edition
First
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845936310
ISBN
9781845936310
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 58.30

Hardback. The most comprehensive examination of amphibian evolution ever produced, The Rise of Amphibians is an essential resource for paleontologists, herpetologists, geologists, and evolutionary biologists. Num Pages: 392 pages, 251, 16 colour plates, 235 black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW3. Category: (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 281 x 225 x 31. Weight in Grams: 1372.
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press United States
Number of pages
392
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9780801891403
ISBN
9780801891403
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 86.65

Hardcover. With spectacularly beautiful colour photographs, this easily understandable text tells the story of honeybees in a new perspective. Based on the latest data, notably from his own research group, Jurgen Tautz provides a wonderful insight into the realm of bees. Translator(s): Sandeman, David C. Num Pages: 284 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 240 x 156 x 14. Weight in Grams: 780.
Publisher
Springer-Verlag Berlin and Heidelberg GmbH & Co. KG Germany
Number of pages
298
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Edition
1st
Condition
New
SKU
V9783540787273
ISBN
9783540787273
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 51.96
€ 47.59

Paperback. Outlining the core principles of the subject, this textbook covers the production of meat, its structure and chemical composition, meat quality and hygiene, and animal welfare, handling and slaughter. It also covers significant advances such as the process of conditioning, leading to the tenderisation of meat. Series: Modular Texts. Num Pages: 248 pages, 63 figures/illustrations. BIC Classification: KNDF; MZD; PSVD; TDCT; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 246 x 189 x 16. Weight in Grams: 540. An Introductory Text. Series: Modular Texts. 248 pages, 63 figures/illustrations. Outlining the core principles of the subject, this textbook covers the production of meat, its structure and chemical composition, meat quality and hygiene, and animal welfare, handling and slaughter. It also covers significant advances such as the process of conditioning, leading to the tenderisation of meat. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: KNDF; MZD; PSVD; TDCT; TVH. Dimension: 246 x 189 x 16. Weight: 678.
Publisher
CABI Publishing
Number of pages
248
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Edition
2nd Edition
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845935931
ISBN
9781845935931
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 50.25

Paperback. Num Pages: 424 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSVW. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 283 x 218 x 26. Weight in Grams: 1636.
Publisher
University Of Chicago Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2015
Condition
New
SKU
V9780226268255
ISBN
9780226268255
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.60

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