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Binding: HardcoverDewey Decimal Number: 597.917 EAN: 9781880611289 ISBN: 1880611287 Label: S E T a C Foundation for Manufacturer: S E T a C Foundation for Number Of Pages: 904 Publication Date: November 01, 2000 Publisher: S E T a C Foundation for Studio: S E T a C Foundation for Editorial Review: Product Description: This book provides a review and synthesis of the current state of information on the ecotoxicology of contaminants in amphibians and reptiles. Twenty-six leading scientists present 15 chapters dealing with such topics as ecological, physiological, and distributional considerations; responses and body burdens of major groups of contaminants; specific contaminant-related problems including deformities, diseases, endocrine disruption, and declining populations; and the use of amphibians and reptiles in risk assessments. The book is an excellent source of information for contaminant ecologists who are interested in these seldom-studied but extremely important animals, for herpetologists who are interested in how contaminants may affect their species of concern, and for those with a general interest in ecology and ecotoxicology. Average Rating:
 Rating: - A Must-Have for HerpetologistsI heard about this book from a colleague who attended the annual herp conference this year. It is an excellent compilation of literature on the subject, includes chapters on amphibian and repilte physiology, and much, much more. I particularly needed specific tolerance information that was up-to-date, and wasn't disappointed. Contains specific LC50s for all research to date. Overall, an excellent investment. |
