Olethreutine moths are an economically important group which include many horticultural pests such as codling moths, Oriental fruit moths and macadamia nut borers. This volume is the first reference to describe the 90 olethreutine genera present in Australia and contains copious illustrations.

A CD that includes an interactive key for identifying Australian oribatid mites to family, genus or species levels. It contains over 80 families, 160 genera and 380 species.

This catalogue summarises our knowledge of the fauna of Australian Oribatid mites, including many new records of species and genera. It forms a fundamental resource for anyone interested in these organisms and their role in soil ecology and as environmental indicators.

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Explores the animal's traditional associations with sex, seduction, and romance, as well as the literature, philosophy, art, jewellery and recipes that oysters and pearls have inspired throughout history.

In this must-read book for all bird enthusiasts, Barbara Allen skilfully weaves together wildlife trivia, historical tales and the latest research to provide an engaging account of the cultural and natural history of this emblematic bird.

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Offers comprehensive account of research on avian reproduction. This book investigates the physiological, metabolic, energetic, and hormonal mechanisms that underpin individual variation in the key female-specific reproductive traits and the trade-offs between these traits that determine variation in fitness.

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The insect epidermis is an ideal system for studies of differentiation, gene and hormonal action and the control of pattern. This book presents what is known about the functions of the epidermis and our understanding of its structure.

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This richly illustrated book depicts all thirty native species of pigeons and doves found in Australia.

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How to interpret radiographs of native mammals in order to make informed decisions on diagnosis, prognosis and treatment.

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In Rat, Jonathan Burt traces the history of the human relationship with rats, from the first archaeological finds to the genetically engineered rats of the present day, describing its role in the arts and sciences, religion and myth, psychoanalysis and medicine.

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Integrating reproductive technologies into amphibian conservation breeding programs.

Illustrated by wildlife artist Marc Dando, this is a field guide to more than 440 shark species. It features color plates, which illustrate each species. It includes diagnostic line drawings and a distribution map for each species along with chapters on physiology, behavior, reproduction, ecology, diet, and sharks' interrelationships with humans.

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This text seeks to dispel popular myths and common fears about snakes and fosters an appreciation of their roles in the natural world. It provides a basic introduction for both adults and children to the habits and marvels of these limbless creatures.

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Many animals, including humans, acquire valuable skills and knowledge by copying others. Scientists refer to this as social learning. It is one of the most exciting and rapidly developing areas of behavioral research and sits at the interface of many academic disciplines, including biology, experimental psychology, economics, and cognitive neurosci

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Many animals, including humans, acquire valuable skills and knowledge by copying others. Scientists refer to this as social learning. It is one of the most exciting and rapidly developing areas of behavioral research and sits at the interface of many academic disciplines, including biology, experimental psychology, economics, and cognitive neurosci

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Aims to stimulate research into halting amphibian declines and to improve decisions about conservation.

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An enchanting and evocative look at the unique relationship between a solitary, island-dwelling wolf and a renowned wildlife photographer.

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A photographic identification guide to tanagers, cardinals, and finches. The photographs in this book illustrates age, seasonal, and sexual variation in the species found north of Mexico, including introduced species and vagrants. It is designed to introduce the biology, identification, molts, vocalization, and distribution of the species covered.

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Provides a history of modern ornithology, tracing how the study of birds has been shaped by a succession of visionary and often-controversial personalities, and by the unique social and scientific contexts in which these individuals worked.

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A beautifully illustrated volume on Australian tenebrionid beetles.

This book is well illustrated with black and white photographs and the text carefully discusses control and precautions necessary for all buildings.

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Brings together current thinking on this diverse group of marine decapod crustaceans.

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Addresses nutrition's complex role in biology, both at the level of individual organisms and in their broader ecological interactions. This title provide a comprehensive theoretical approach to the analysis of nutrition - the Geometric Framework.

A valuable resource for those with an interest in grasshoppers.