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Marsupials
Hardback
Main Details
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Marsupials
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| Authors and Contributors |
Edited by Patricia J. Armati
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Edited by Chris R. Dickman
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Edited by Ian D. Hume
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Hardback | | Pages:388 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 252,Width 178 |
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| Category/Genre | Marsupials |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780521650748
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| Classifications | Dewey:599.2 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | |
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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| Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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| Publication Date |
17 August 2006 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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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
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