Biology of Fishes

ISBN-13: 9780415375627 / Angielski / Miękka / 2008

Richard Moore

Opis

This is an ideal textbook for students of fish biology and any of the branches of aquatic biology. Given its skilful combination of breadth and detail, the book also provides a manageable review of fish biology for experienced biologists.

Spis treści

1. Diversity of Fishes 
2. Fishes and their Habitats 
3. Swimming 
4. Buoyancy 
5. Gas Exchange, Blood and the Circulatory System 
6. Osmoregulation and Ion Balance 
7. Food and Feeding 
8. Reproduction and Life Histories 
9. Endocrine Systems 
10. Sensory Systems and Communication 
11. Nervous System 
12. Immune System 
13. Behaviour and Cognition 
14. Fisheries and Aquaculture