Ecophysiology of Desert Arthropods and Reptiles

Ecophysiology of Desert Arthropods and Reptiles
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Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Total Pages : 212
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ISBN-10 : 9783642753374
ISBN-13 : 364275337X
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Book Synopsis Ecophysiology of Desert Arthropods and Reptiles by : John L. Cloudsley-Thompson

Download or read book Ecophysiology of Desert Arthropods and Reptiles written by John L. Cloudsley-Thompson and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2012-12-06 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ecophysiology of Desert Arthropods and Reptiles starts with a new classification of the world's deserts, based upon the type of precipitation and the effect on their faunas of arthropods and reptiles. This is followed by an account of microclimates and the avoidance of environmental extremes. Whereas thermoregulation is primarily behavioural, responses to water shortage are largely physiological. Seasonal activity and phenology are described, adaptations for burrowing, the avoidance of enemies, and defence, are also outlined. A comparative account of interspecific relationships, feeding specializations, and species diversity in the two taxa is described. The purpose of the book is to provide a new and up-to-date analysis that will stimulate further research along these lines.


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