The Physiology of Dolphins

ISBN-13: 9780323905169 / Angielski / Twarda / 2023

Andreas Fahlman; Sascha K. Hooker

Opis

The Physiology of Dolphins explains the complex physiological problems of dolphins that are largely driven by technological developments of biologging tools. Sections cover the complete physiology of the mammal and include information on current threats for dolphins and whales from environmental pressures such as climate change, overfishing, pollution and our increasing human presence in the ocean. Users will find a collection of review chapters from leaders in the field of dolphin ecophysiology, making this comprehensive resource essential for instructors, researchers, and graduate students interested in the physiological and anatomical adaptations that make life possible for this charismatic marine mammal. This is an excellent reference providing easy to follow details of the latest available research methods and technologies that is expanding the field of physiology in marine mammals.

Spis treści

1. Introduction 2. Metabolism and energy use3. Neurophysiology 4. Cardiac physiology, circulation5. Respiratory physiology/lung function6. Sensory physiology (hearing, smell, vision) 7. Endocrinology, immune function, and baseline hematology8. Reproductive physiology 9. Liver and kidney function10. Thermoregulation 11. Locomotion Anatomy, muscle 12. Diving physiology 13. Comparison with man14. Human impacts (TBD)