Bringing together a mix of traditional and well established analytical methods with more modern techniques, Body Composition Analysis of Animals provides a theoretical overview of different methodologies combined with practical advice on the use of these techniques. Methods covered include the use of destructive methods of analysis, body condition indices, isotope and gas dilution methods, total body electrical conductivity, bio-impedance analysis, ultrasound scanning, and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry.

The latest science stories brought to life. Are birds shrinking because of climate change? Why do we never see wild animals out jogging? If you close your eyes, how do you know where your legs are? These fascinating questions and more are answered in this diverse array of stories that focus on some of the latest advances in bioscience. Professor John R. Speakman captures the imagination by bringing cutting edge science to life in this engaging series of easy reading stories. Full contents include: do animals keep fit? is democracy a good system? why do ant societies tolerate lazy individuals?...