Reproductive Biology of Bats [Hardcover]

Elizabeth G. Crichton (Editor), Philip H. Krutzsch (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0121956709 | ISBN-13: 978-0121956707 | Publication Date: July 4, 2000 | Edition: 1

The Reproductive Biology of Bats presents the first comprehensive, in-depth review of the current knowledge and supporting literature concerning the behavior, anatomy, physiology and reproductive strategies of bats. These mammals, which occur world-wide and comprise a vast assemblage of species, have evolved unique and successful reproductive strategies through varied anatomical and physiological specialization. These are accompanied by individual and/or group behavioral interactions, usually in response to environmental mechanisms essential to their reproductive success.

Key Features
* Is the first book devoted to the reproductive biology of bats
* Contains in-depth reviews of the literature concerned with bat reproduction
* Contributors are widely recognized specialists
* Provides a powerful database for future research

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An excellent reference for those interested in bat biology."
—ETHOLOGY (January 2002)
"...the depth of treatment in most chapters is astounding...and I think most behaviourists, particularly those who study sperm competition would benefit from reading much of the material presented here."
--D.J. Hosken, Zoology Museum, University of Zurich-Irchel, in ANIMAL BEHAVIOR (2001)

From the Back Cover

This volume presents the first comprehensive, in-depth review of current knowledge concerning the reproductive biology of bats. The successful adaptive radiation of these mammals, which comprise almost a thousand species occurring world-wide, is marked by the evolution of an array of fascinating anatomical and physiological specializations, many of which are unique to this Order. The reader is provided with a powerful database for future research through thorough reviews of the literature, insights into current research and the presentation of new data and ideas for continued investigation on a large number of topics relative to the anatomical, physiological, chronological and behavioral aspects of reproduction in bats, and environmental controls.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 510 pages
• Publisher: Academic Press; 1 edition (July 4, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0121956709
• ISBN-13: 978-0121956707
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,092,410 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)