Biology And Comparative Physiology Of Birds

Author : A. J. Marshall
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 1483263797
Total Pages : 531 pages
Book Rating : 4.93/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds written by A. J. Marshall and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 531 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds, Volume I focuses on the physiology, classification, characteristics, and geographical distribution, as well as the digestive, blood, and nervous systems, of birds. The selection first offers information on the origin of birds and adaptive radiation in birds. Discussions focus on relative resemblances of archaeopteryx to reptiles and birds, development of homoiothermy, locomotor and feeding adaptations, and adaptive radiation within families of birds. The book also examines the classification of birds and geographical distribution of living birds. The publication takes a look at the development of birds and integumentary system. Concerns include body shape, blood, urogenital, and nervous systems, muscles and limbs, endocrine organs, feathers, and development of patterns of melanin pigmentation. The book also ponders on skeleton, digestive system, and muscle structure of birds. The selection is a vital source of information for readers interested in the physiology of birds.

Author : A. J. Marshall
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 986 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds written by A. J. Marshall and published by . This book was released on 1966 with total page 986 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Alan John Marshall
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.05/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds written by Alan John Marshall and published by . This book was released on 1969 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : A. J. Marshall
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 1483263975
Total Pages : 481 pages
Book Rating : 4.77/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds written by A. J. Marshall and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2013-10-22 with total page 481 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds, Volume II focuses on the physiology, sexual characteristics, sensory organs, nervous system, and reproduction of birds. The selection first offers information on the central nervous system and sensory organ of birds, as well as cerebralization and related problems, brain, spinal cord, skin, taste, and olfaction. The book then ponders on equilibration, vision, and hearing of birds. Topics include regulation of somatic musculature, sensory structures and their nerves, retina, color vision, and structure of the ear. The publication examines endocrine glands, thymus, and pineal body and sex and secondary sexual characters, including genetic sex and sex differentiation, adrenal and parathyroid glands, and pituitary or hypophysis. The text also takes a look at energy metabolism, thermoregulation, body temperature, reproduction, breeding seasons and migration, and flight of birds. The selection is a vital source of information for readers interested in the physiology of birds.

Author : A. J. Marshall
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780124736023
Total Pages : 468 pages
Book Rating : 4.25/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Biology and comparative physiology of birds written by A. J. Marshall and published by . This book was released on 1960 with total page 468 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Author : Colin G. Scanes
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0124072437
Total Pages : 1056 pages
Book Rating : 4.35/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sturkie's Avian Physiology written by Colin G. Scanes and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2014-06-30 with total page 1056 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sturkie's Avian Physiology is the classic comprehensive single volume on the physiology of domestic as well as wild birds. The Sixth Edition is thoroughly revised and updated, and features several new chapters with entirely new content on such topics as migration, genomics and epigenetics. Chapters throughout have been greatly expanded due to the many recent advances in the field. The text also covers the physiology of flight, reproduction in both male and female birds, and the immunophysiology of birds. The Sixth Edition, like the earlier editions, is a must for anyone interested in comparative physiology, poultry science, veterinary medicine, and related fields. This volume establishes the standard for those who need the latest and best information on the physiology of birds. Includes new chapters on endocrine disruptors, magnetoreception, genomics, proteomics, mitochondria, control of food intake, molting, stress, the avian endocrine system, bone, the metabolic demands of migration, behavior and control of body temperature Features extensively revised chapters on the cardiovascular system, pancreatic hormones, respiration, pineal gland, pituitary gland, thyroid, adrenal gland, muscle, gastro-intestinal physiology, incubation, circadian rhythms, annual cycles, flight, the avian immune system, embryo physiology and control of calcium. Stands out as the only comprehensive, single volume devoted to bird physiology Offers a full consideration of both blood and avian metabolism on the companion website (http://booksite.elsevier.com/ 9780124071605). Tables feature hematological and serum biochemical parameters together with circulating concentrations of glucose in more than 200 different species of wild birds

Author : Colin G. Scanes
Publisher : Academic Press
ISBN 13 : 032385351X
Total Pages : 1464 pages
Book Rating : 4.14/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sturkie's Avian Physiology written by Colin G. Scanes and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-11-06 with total page 1464 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sturkie's Avian Physiology, Seventh Edition is the classic comprehensive single volume on the physiology of domestic as well as wild birds. This latest edition is thoroughly revised and updated and features several new chapters with entirely new content on such topics as vision, sensory taste, pain reception, evolution, and domestication. Chapters throughout have been greatly expanded due to the many recent advances in the field. This book is written by international experts in different aspects of avian physiology. For easy reading and searches, this book is structured under a series of themes, beginning with genomic studies, sensory biology and nervous systems, and major organs. The chapters then move on to investigate metabolism, endocrine physiology, reproduction, and finally cross-cutting themes such as stress and rhythms. New chapters on feathers and skin are featured as well. Sturkie’s Avian Physiology, Seventh Edition is an important resource for ornithologists, poultry scientists, and other researchers in avian studies. It is also useful for students in avian or poultry physiology, as well as avian veterinarians. Stands out as the only single volume devoted to bird physiology Features updates, revisions, or additions to each chapter Written and edited by international leaders in avian studies

Author : Donald Farner
Publisher : Elsevier
ISBN 13 : 0323157998
Total Pages : 281 pages
Book Rating : 4.95/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Avian Biology written by Donald Farner and published by Elsevier. This book was released on 2012-12-02 with total page 281 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Avian Biology,Volume VIII assesses selected aspects of avian biology. It is generally the conceptual descendant of Marshall's earlier treatise,“Biology and Comparative Physiology of Birds, but is more than simply a revision of it. This volume consists of two relatively lengthy, diverse chapters that focus on adaptive significance of coloniality in birds and fossil records of birds. In particular, this volume looks into group phenomena related to central place systems, that is, systems in which one or more individuals move to and from a centrally located place in the course of daily activities. It also addresses selective factors that have been suggested to explain why individuals should form colonies rather than disperse within the available foraging space. This book will be useful as a reference material for advanced students and instructors in this field of interest.

Author : Donald Sankey Farner
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 560 pages
Book Rating : 4.30/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Avian Biology written by Donald Sankey Farner and published by . This book was released on 1971 with total page 560 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Vol. III includes information on birds eyes and vision.

Author : G. Causey Whittow
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9780127476056
Total Pages : 685 pages
Book Rating : 4.59/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Sturkie's Avian Physiology written by G. Causey Whittow and published by . This book was released on 2000 with total page 685 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sturkie's Avian Physiology is the classic comprehensive single volume on the physiology of domestic as well as wild birds. The Fifth Edition is thoroughly revised and updated, and includes new chapters on the physiology of incubation and growth. Chapters on the nervous system and sensory organs have been greatly expanded due to the many recent advances in the field. The text also covers the physiology of flight, reproduction in both male and female birds, and the immunophysiology of birds. The Fifth Edition, like the earlier editions, is a must for anyone interested in comparative physiology, poultry science, veterinary medicine, and related fields. This volume establishes the standard for those who need the latest and best information on the physiology of birds. Key Features * Thoroughly updated and revised * Coverage of both domestic and wild birds * New larger format * Only comprehensive, single volume devoted to birds