Physiology and Reproduction of Vertebrates

Vertebrates are the most advanced organisms on Earth. Their population is autonomic and independent of changes in the phytocenosis. However, vertebrates are of great importance in the energy and structure of various ecosystems, including the whole biosphere. This book will examine the biology of vertebrate reproduction. It will discuss a wide range of topics including the genetics of sex determination, the evolution of sex, wildlife contraception, the biology of fertilization, the evolution of maternal recognition of pregnancy, environmental estrogens, to name a few. Other topics include embryonic diapause, role of environmental estrogens on reproductive physiology, parental care, pregnancy disorders and aging of the reproductive system. The book presents a comprehensive and integrated treatment of reproduction in vertebrates from fishes through mammals. 

Print ISBN: 9781682517314 | $155 | 2021 | Hardcover

Subject: Life Science

Editor: Giedre Nielsen