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Marsupials

Hardback

Main Details

Title Marsupials
Authors and Contributors      Edited by Patricia J. Armati
Edited by Chris R. Dickman
Edited by Ian D. Hume
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:388
Dimensions(mm): Height 252,Width 178
Category/GenreMarsupials
ISBN/Barcode 9780521650748
ClassificationsDewey:599.2
Audience
Professional & Vocational

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 17 August 2006
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The last 20 years have seen many exciting discoveries in the study of marsupials, leading to significant developments in our understanding of this unique group of mammals. The impact of these developments have been such that marsupials are coming to be seen as model organisms in studies of life history evolution, ageing and senescence, sex determination and the development and regeneration of the nervous system. This volume provides a synthesis of current knowledge, bringing together information scattered throughout the primary literature. Coverage includes evolutionary history and management strategies as well as all aspects of basic biology. A complete listing of currently known species and a comprehensive list of references make this a unique repository of information on this fascinating group of animals.

Author Biography

Patsy Armati is Associate Professor in the School of Biological Sciences, University of Sydney, Australia. Chris Dickman is Reader in the Institute of Wildlife Research, School of Biological Sciences, University of Sydney, Australia. Ian Hume is Challis Professor in the School of Biological Sciences, University of Sydney, Australia.

Reviews

'A good resource for an upper-level undergraduate course in marsupial biology.' Journal of Mammalian Evolution