The Ecology of Freshwater Molluscs [Hardcover]

Robert T. Dillon Jr (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 052135210X | ISBN-13: 978-0521352109 | Publication Date: March 28, 2000

Here is a comprehensive review of the ecology of freshwater bivalves and gastropods worldwide. Robert Dillon discusses the ecology of these species in its broadest sense, including diet, habitat, and reproductive biology to emphasize the tremendous diversity of these freshwater invertebrates. He develops a new life history model that unifies them and reviews their population and community ecology, treating competition, predation, parasitism, and biogeography. Extensively referenced and synthesizing work from the nineteenth century through to the present day, this book includes original analyses that unify previous work into a coherent whole.

Editorial Reviews

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"...a most welcome, and timely, comprehensive treatise on freshwater mollusc ecology. ...well written and nicely presented..." Environments

"The chief strength of this book is its presentation and analysis of a large, scattered body of literature on freshwater molluscs...a valuable resource for students seeking fresh research questions, readers looking for information about freshwater molluscs, and ecologists who want to see what freshwater molluscs have to offer." Nature

"A lot of useful information is packed into the pages of this book, and the reference section is extensive...and excellent book for experts, with a good discussion of specific topics." Choice

"The book is useful... an important reference volume for those interested in advancing molluscan ecology... an appropriate, timely and useful volume." John A. Downing, Ecoscience

"Provides a sound basis for new management plans...A exhaustive effort. Well referenced to the technical literature. An important general library book." Northeastern Naturalist

"This is the first major book-length treatment of the ecology of freshwater mollusks. Dillon must be complimented on undertaking this major task...should be on the shelves of any acquatic biologist because of its wealth of information and its introduction to the extensive literature on freshwater molluscan ecology." Journal of the North American Benthological Society

Book Description

Snails and bivalves are commonly found in rivers and lakes worldwide. The ecology of these species in its broadest sense is discussed in this book, including diet, habitat, reproductive biology, life history and biogeography. In addition the author examines the interactions of molluscs in populations and communities, as well as their predators and parasites. Extensively referenced and providing a synthesis of work from the 19th century to the present day, The Ecology of Freshwater Molluscs will appeal to professional ecologists, evolutionary biologists and parasitologists interested in these diverse invertebrates.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 524 pages
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press (March 28, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 052135210X
• ISBN-13: 978-0521352109
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,155,420 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Merely a Rough Draft, December 27, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: The Ecology of Freshwater Molluscs (Hardcover)

If you are interested in mollusks, I stongly suggest finding another source of information other than this book. For the amount of actual facts and research done for this text, it is not worth the price.

0 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars review, June 30, 2000

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Miranda McClain (.Mansfield,Ohio USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ecology of Freshwater Molluscs (Hardcover)

I really really want this book but i don't have enough money! its a very good book