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Paperback. A monograph on the biology of animal building, embracing animal groups from simple invertebrates to primate toolmakers. It looks at the behavioural and anatomical equipment animals have to build, and the nature of the materials available to them. It examines how animal architects are able to produce complex structures often larger than themselves. Series: Oxford Animal Biology Series. Num Pages: 336 pages, numerous halftones and line drawings. BIC Classification: AM; PSVP; TNK. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 233 x 156 x 19. Weight in Grams: 474.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Publisher
Oxford University Press United Kingdom
Number of pages
336
Condition
New
SKU
V9780198507529
ISBN
9780198507529
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 94.76

hardcover. Drawing together the work of 25 nematologists from 12 countries, this book examines the taxonomy and ecology of freshwater nematodes. The book also summarizes previous work in the area and indicates avenues for future research. Overall, the book provides a synthesis of the subject. Editor(s): Eyualem-Abebe (University of New Hampshire, USA); Traunspurger, W. (University of Bielefeld, Germany); Andrassy, I. (University of Budapest, Hungary). Num Pages: 752 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT; RBKF. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 43. Weight in Grams: 1769.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Revised ed.
Number of pages
752
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
SKU
V9780851990095
ISBN
9780851990095
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 246.15

hardcover. Examines research into the molecular biology, genomics and transcriptomics of, and control strategies for, flatworm parasites. These include Cestodes and Trematodes. This book explores three main areas: phylogeny, genetics and transcriptomes; immunobiology, host-parasite interaction and control; and protein function, metabolism and physiology. Editor(s): Maule, A. G. (Queen's University, Belfast); Marks, N. J. (Queen's University, Belfast). Num Pages: 480 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMFP; MZMP; PSVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 28. Weight in Grams: 1134.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
480
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851990279
ISBN
9780851990279
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 175.29

Hardback. Provides a review of the methodologies used for assessing the environmental impacts of invertebrate biological agents used to control pests in agriculture and forestry. This book explores methods to evaluate post-release effects and the environmental impact of dispersal, displacement, and establishment of invertebrate biological control agents. Editor(s): Bigler, F.; Babendreier, D.; Kuhlmann, U. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT7; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 23. Weight in Grams: 831.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851990583
ISBN
9780851990583
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 122.91

hardcover. This is the second volume of a two-book set that provides a broad overview of nematology. This text addresses applied aspects of nematodes as parasites or disease vectors and the control of pest nematodes, while the first covers basic biology. Editor(s): Chen, Z.X.; Chen, S.Y.; Dickson, D.W. Num Pages: 608 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT; TVK; TVP; TVS. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 38. Weight in Grams: 1250.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
608
Condition
New
Publication date
2004
SKU
V9780851996462
ISBN
9780851996462
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 159.53

hardcover. This book provides an in-depth review and analysis of the biology of adults and larvae of the Family Oestridae (commonly known as botflies, or warble flies). Oestrid flies cause myiasis (invasion of living tissue by the larvae), and are a major pest of both domestic and wild animals worldwide. Editor(s): Cowell, Douglas D.; Hall, Martin J. R.; Scholl, P. J. Num Pages: 376 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMFP; MZMP; PSAB; PSVT7. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 971.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
376
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851996844
ISBN
9780851996844
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 174.82

hardcover. This volume has been developed from the keynote addresses delivered at the third IOBC International Symposium (co-organized with CILBA) that was held in Montpellier in October 2002, to address developments in genetics and evolutionary biology, and their relevance to biological control. Editor(s): Ehler, L.E.; Sforza, R.; Mateille, T. Num Pages: 288 pages, Illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: PSAJ; PSAK; PSVT7; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 25. Weight in Grams: 703.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
Publication date
2003
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851997353
ISBN
9780851997353
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 138.93

hardcover. This book has been developed from the Royal Entomological Society's 22nd international symposium, held in Reading in 2003. Topics include speciation and adaptation; life history, phenotype plasticity and genetics; sexual selection and reproductive biology; insect-plant interactions; insect-natural enemy interactions; and social insects. Editor(s): Fellowes, M.; Holloway, Gary; Rolff, J. Num Pages: 448 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVS; PSVT7. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 33. Weight in Grams: 1352.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
448
Condition
New
Publication date
2005
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9780851998121
ISBN
9780851998121
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 188.18

Hardcover. 624 pages, 2 colour plates. Editor(s): Ruvinsky, Anatoly; Graves, J. A. Marshall. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. BIC Classification: PSAK; PSVW7. Dimension: 249 x 174 x 37. Weight: 1472.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
CABI
Edition
First
Number of pages
624
Condition
New
SKU
V9780851999104
ISBN
9780851999104
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 252.86

hardcover. An understanding of the processes that change the shape and composition of farm animals is fundamental to all aspects of production. Updated to include chapters on avian growth and global warming, this textbook provides key information on how animals grow and change in shape and composition, and the factors that affect these processes. Num Pages: 368 pages, 128 illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVD; TVH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 246 x 189 x 25. Weight in Grams: 1200.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
3rd Edition
Number of pages
368
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780641461
ISBN
9781780641461
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 169.83

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
256
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780643021
ISBN
9781780643021
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.58

Paperback. Sentience - the ability to feel, perceive and experience - is central to the animal welfare debate. This book investigates and defines aspects of sentience such as consciousness, memory and emotions, and discusses brain complexity in detail. It looks at sentience from a developmental perspective and includes a chapter on ethical decisions. Num Pages: 200 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVP. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 233 x 157 x 12. Weight in Grams: 388.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2014
Publisher
CABI
Condition
New
SKU
V9781780644042
ISBN
9781780644042
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 90.44

hardcover. Focuses on transgenic cotton that is resistant to insect pests in Brazil, and addresses both environmental and agricultural impacts. This book draws out general risk assessment guidelines, and demonstrates the need for case-by-case analysis. Editor(s): Hilbeck, A.; Andow, D. A.; Fontes, E. M. G. Num Pages: 400 pages, Illustrations, col. maps. BIC Classification: PSVT7; TCBG; TVK; TVP. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 953.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
400
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781845930004
ISBN
9781845930004
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.58

hardcover. Provides a comprehensive review of Toxocara and the disease it causes, known as toxocariasis. This book brings together a range of topics and approaches concerning this parasite of veterinary and medical importance, and provides a model system to explore questions in parasite biology. Editor(s): Holland, C. V. (Department of Zoology, Trinity Collelge, University of Dublin, Ireland); Smith, H. V. Num Pages: 324 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: MMFP; MZM; PSVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 25. Weight in Grams: 873.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
324
Condition
New
Publication date
2006
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781845930264
ISBN
9781845930264
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 145.97

Hardback. Based on papers presented at a symposium held in 2005 in South Africa, this book brings together the academic writings on modelling concepts, problems and applications of models and looks at the development, usefulness and limitations of models in pigs and poultry. Editor(s): Fisher, C.; Gous, R. M. (University of Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa); Morris, Trevor. Num Pages: 352 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSV; TVH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 244 x 172 x 26. Weight in Grams: 934.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
352
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845930707
ISBN
9781845930707
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 152.23

hardcover. China is one of the world's largest developing agricultural countries and dominates the international livestock revolution in terms of its aggregate size and growth rate. Num Pages: 165 pages, illustrations. BIC Classification: PSV. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 234 x 156 x 18. Weight in Grams: 488.
Format
Hardback
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Number of pages
165
Condition
New
Publication date
2007
Edition
Illustrated
SKU
V9781845932466
ISBN
9781845932466
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 132.22

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2008
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First
Number of pages
272
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845934101
ISBN
9781845934101
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 74.43

Paperback.
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
Second
Number of pages
288
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845934675
ISBN
9781845934675
Paperback
Condition: New

€ 52.99
€ 50.62

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
CABI Publishing United Kingdom
Edition
First
Number of pages
704
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845934941
ISBN
9781845934941
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 217.37

Hardcover. Non-infectious Disorders. 416 pages, 105 figures/illustrations. Editor(s): Leatherland, J.F.; Woo, Patrick T. K. Part of the "Fish Diseases and Disorders" trilogy, this title focuses largely on finfish. It covers non-infectious disorders of development, growth and physiology of wild and captive species, including genetic conditions, respiratory disorders, stress physiology, and environmental factors. Cateogry: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). BIC Classification: PSVL; PSVW1; TVT. Dimension: 180 x 251 x 29. Weight: 1076.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
CABI
Edition
Second
Number of pages
416
Condition
New
SKU
V9781845935535
ISBN
9781845935535
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 152.41

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2010
Publisher
Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
1600
Condition
New
SKU
V9780123749321
ISBN
9780123749321
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 615.80

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2013
Publisher
Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc United States
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
SKU
V9780123846884
ISBN
9780123846884
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 162.64

Hardcover.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc United States
Edition
2nd Edition
Number of pages
508
Condition
New
SKU
V9780123849847
ISBN
9780123849847
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 196.44

Hardcover. Annelids offer a diversity of experimentally accessible features making them a rich experimental subject across the biological sciences, including evolutionary development, neurosciences and stem cell research. Num Pages: 360 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: PSVT. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 255 x 183 x 25. Weight in Grams: 816.
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2009
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Edition
1st Edition
Number of pages
360
Condition
New
SKU
V9780470344217
ISBN
9780470344217
Hardback
Condition: New

€ 190.51

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