Encyclopaedia of Birds (In 3 Volumes)

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Of all the animals the birds are the best known and most early recognised. The study of comparative anatomy and of the fossil evidence of ancient life has convinced zoologists that birds are unquestionably descended from reptiles. "Birds are glorified reptiles" and many zoologists have preferred to combine birds and reptiles in a single class the Sauropsida which means reptile like animals. The birds are far more reptilians in their organisation than the mammals. The evolution of feather presumably from scales of reptilians type conferred obvious advantages for the avian flight. The Archiaeopteryx and Archaeornis though bridge the reptiles and birds, but still the early fossil remains of birds are scarce. This book is designed to approach the morphology, anatomy, physiology and development of the Birds in encyclopaedic manner. Profusely illustrated, this book features both a text and a laboratory guide. It deals with the structures and physiological phenomena of each system. Origin, adaptive radiation and other general topics are also dealt in details. It is hoped that this work will not only meet the requirement of Indian students but will also be useful as a guideline to the teachers in their teaching.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Arvind N Shukla

Dr. Arvind N. Shukla (b. 1970) obtained his M. Sc. (Zoology) from A.P.S. University, Rewa and was awarded Ph.D. from Vikram University, Ujjain. Recipient of many awards, Dr. Shukla has published 16 research papers in national and international journals of repute. He has participated in many national and international conferences. A seasoned teacher, currently he is Assistant Professor in the Dept. of Zoology, Govt. Vikram College, Khachraud, Dist. Ujjain (M.P.).

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Rajiv Tyagi

Rajiv Tyagi obtained M.Sc. (Zoology) from Meerut University (presently Chaudhary Charan Singh University) Meerut with Ist division. He studies Entomology as a special paper. He is an active and talented researcher. His field of interest is Endocrinology. He was awarded Ph.D in the field of interest in Endocrinology. He was awarded Ph.D in the field of Reproductive Physiology. He had been teaching undergraduate and post-graduate students in the capacity of permanent lecturer in the Department of Zoology, M.M. College, Modi Nagar. Dr. Tyagi is a seasoned teacher, and participated in many national and international conferences. He is an active member and fellow of many societies and associations. He has edited many books.

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Title
Encyclopaedia of Birds (In 3 Volumes)
Author
Edition
1st ed.
Publisher
ISBN
812610967X
Length
x+455p., viii+248p., viii+257p., Figures; Tables; 23cm.
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