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Description: |
xv, 877 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm. |
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Bibliography Note: |
Includes bibliographical references. |
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Contents Note: |
Contents: Chapter 1. Current Status of Amphibian and Reptile Ecotoxicological Research / Donald W. Sparling, Christine A. Bishop and Greg Linder -- Chapter 2. Diversity and Distribution of Amphibians and Reptiles / Roy W. McDiarmid and Joseph C. Mitchell -- Chapter 3a. Aspects of Amphibian Anatomy and Physiology / Paula F.P. Henry -- Chapter 3b. Aspects of Reptilian Anatomy and Physiology / Brent D. Palmer -- Chapter 4a. Aspects of Amphibian Ecology / Joseph E. Murphy, Christopher A. Phillips and Val R. Beasley -- Chapter 4b. Aspects of Reptile Ecology / Peter Niewiarowski -- Chapter 5. Diseases and Pathology of Amphibians and Reptiles / Graham J. Crawshaw -- Chapter 6a. Ecotoxicology of "New Generation" Pesticides to Amphibians / Deborah F. Cowman and Laura E. Mazanti -- Chapter 6b. Ecotoxicology of Pesticides in Reptiles / Bruce D. Pauli and Stacey Money -- Appendix 1. Pesticide residues reported in reptiles -- Appendix 2. |
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Summary, Etc. Note: |
Subject: This state-of-the-science review and synthesis of amphibian and reptile ecotoxicology demonstrates the inter-relationships among distribution, ecology, physiology, and contaminant exposure, and interprets these topics as they pertain to comparative toxicity, population declines, malformations, and risk assessment. The editors invited 27 other internationally respected experts to examine the state of existing data in specific areas, interpret it in light of current problems, and identify research gaps and needs. |
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Name Added Entry: |
Sparling, D. W. (Donald W.) |