Reproductive Biology of the Crocodylia is based on over 40 years of research on global crocodiles, alligators and caimans. It brings together data and information previously scattered across publications to synthesize knowledge on the history, ecology, physiology and anatomy of crocodilians. The book provides a comprehensive look at the physiology, current taxonomy, ecology and sexual maturity factors of these reptiles. It then delves into the anatomy and cycles of both male and female reproduction systems, including nesting and incubation, temperature-dependent sex determination, and sex ratios across various species populations.
Finally, the book focuses on conservation efforts to protect the reproductive cycle, taking factors such as pollution, climate change, and human disruption into consideration. It is an ideal resource for wildlife biologists and herpetologists seeking up-to-date and thorough research data on conservation efforts. It will also be helpful for exotic animal veterinarians, zookeepers, and alligator or crocodile farmers.
1. Introduction - p. xi 2. Chapter 1. Phylogeny and fossil history - p. 1 3. Chapter 2. History and growth of knowledge - p. 7 4. Chapter 3. Life history and ecology - p. 33 5. Chapter 4. Growth, sexual maturity, and senescence - p. 55 6. Chapter 5. Anatomy of the male reproductive tract - p. 65 7. Chapter 6. Male reproductive cycle - p. 71 8. Chapter 7. Anatomy of the female reproductive tract - p. 77 9. Chapter 8. Female reproductive cycle - p. 83 10. Chapter 9. Sex determination, embryos, and teratology - p. 97 11. Chapter 10. Captive breeding, farming, and ranching - p. 103 12. Chapter 11. Environmental contamination - p. 113 13. Chapter 12. Conservation - p. 117 14. References - p. 121 15. Index - p. 155
Reproductive Biology of the Crocodylia is based on over 40 years of research on global crocodiles, alligators and caimans. It brings together data and information previously scattered across publications to synthesize knowledge on the history, ecology, physiology and anatomy of crocodilians. The book provides a comprehensive look at the physiology, current taxonomy, ecology and sexual maturity factors of these reptiles. It then delves into the anatomy and cycles of both male and female reproduction systems, including nesting and incubation, temperature-dependent sex determination, and sex ratios across various species populations.
Finally, the book focuses on conservation efforts to protect the reproductive cycle, taking factors such as pollution, climate change, and human disruption into consideration. It is an ideal resource for wildlife biologists and herpetologists seeking up-to-date and thorough research data on conservation efforts. It will also be helpful for exotic animal veterinarians, zookeepers, and alligator or crocodile farmers.
1. Introduction - p. xi 2. Chapter 1. Phylogeny and fossil history - p. 1 3. Chapter 2. History and growth of knowledge - p. 7 4. Chapter 3. Life history and ecology - p. 33 5. Chapter 4. Growth, sexual maturity, and senescence - p. 55 6. Chapter 5. Anatomy of the male reproductive tract - p. 65 7. Chapter 6. Male reproductive cycle - p. 71 8. Chapter 7. Anatomy of the female reproductive tract - p. 77 9. Chapter 8. Female reproductive cycle - p. 83 10. Chapter 9. Sex determination, embryos, and teratology - p. 97 11. Chapter 10. Captive breeding, farming, and ranching - p. 103 12. Chapter 11. Environmental contamination - p. 113 13. Chapter 12. Conservation - p. 117 14. References - p. 121 15. Index - p. 155
