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Reproductive biology of bats [electronic resource]
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The Reproductive Biology of Bats presents the first comprehensive, in-depth review of the current knowledge and supporting literature concerning the behavior, anatomy, physiology and reproductive strategies of bats. These mammals, which occur world-wide and comprise a vast assemblage of species, have evolved unique and successful reproductive strategies through varied anatomical and physiological specialization. These are accompanied by individual and/or group behavioral interactions, usually in response to environmental mechanisms essential to their reproductive success.Key Fea
| Title |
Reproductive biology of bats [electronic resource] / edited by Elizabeth G. Crichton and Philip H. Krutzsch. |
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| Publisher |
San Diego : Academic Press |
| Creation Date |
c2000 |
| Notes |
Description based upon print version of record. Includes bibliographical references and index. English |
| Content |
Front Cover Reproductive Biology of Bats Copyright Page Contents Preface Chapter 1. Endocrinology of Reproduction in Bats: Central Control 1.1 Introduction 1.2 The hypothalamic-pituitary complex 1.3 GnRH and portal mechanisms 1.4 GnRH perikarya and seasonal dynamics of the GnRH system 1.5 The nervus terminalis 1.6 Pituitary gonadotropins 1.7 Prolactin 1.8 Pineal melatonin and the suprachiasmatic nucleus 1.9 Summary and future perspectives Acknowledgments References Chapter 2. Endocrine Regulation of Reproduction in Bats: the Role of Circulating Gonadal Hormones 2.1 Introduction2.2 Peripheral hormone levels and their evaluation 2.3 Source and synthesis of hormones in the Chiroptera 2.4 Peripheral hormone concentrations, binding proteins and hormone action in male bats 2.5 Peripheral hormone concentrations, binding proteins and hormone action in female bats 2.6 Unilateral endometrial growth (UEG) in Pteropus spp. implications for systemic hormone levels 2.7 General discussion Chapter 3. Peripheral Endocrines in Bat Reproduction 3.1 Introduction 3.2 Peripheral endocrines in bats 3.3 Sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG) 3.4 SummaryReferences Chapter 4. Anatomy, Physiology and Cyclicity of the Male Reproductive Tract 4.1 Introduction 4.2 Puberty 4.3 Reproductive organ anatomy 4.4 Penis 4.5 Spermatozoa 4.6 Reproductive patterns 4.7 Conclusions and future directions Chapter 5. Anatomy and Physiology of the Female Reproductive Tract 5.1 Introduction 5.2 Anatomy of the reproductive tract 5.3 Functional asymmetries of the female tract 5.4 Nonpregnant reproductive cycles 5.5 Adaptive significance of reproductive asymmetries and menstruation Chapter 6. Pregnancy6.1 Introduction 6.2 Preimplantation development 6.3 Implantation of the blastocyst 6.4 Development of placental organs and foetal membranes 6.5 Highly invasive trophoblast 6.6 Litter size and gestation period 6.7 The endocrinology of pregnancy 6.8 Postpartum oestrus Chapter 7. Sperm Storage and Fertilization 7.1 Introduction: The what, when, where and why of sperm storage 7.2 The history of sperm storage in Chiroptera 7.3 The occurrence of sperm storage in Chiroptera 7.4 The how of sperm storage 7.5 Preparation of sperm for fertilization7.6 Conclusions and future directions Chapter 8. Bat Mating Systems 8.1 Introduction 8.2 Mating systems in bats and other mammals 8.3 Single male/multi-female polygynous groups 8.4 Multi-male/multi-female groups 8.5 Single male/single female groups 8.6 Ecological determinants of mating systems in bats Chapter 9. Life-history and Reproductive Strategies of Bats 9.1 Introduction 9.2 Costs of reproduction 9.3 Seasonality and reproduction 9.4 Reproductive patterns of bats 9.5 Reproductive delays 9.6 Adaptive significance of reproductive delays |
| Extent |
1 online resource (523 p.) |
| Language |
English |
| National Library system number |
997010710955005171 |
MARC RECORDS
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