Reproductive Biology and Phylogeny of Anura
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Summary
This book covers the major aspects of phylogeny and reproductive biology of frogs in chapters written by major authorities. Topics treated are: anuran phylogeny, classification and reproductive modes; gross anatomy of the reproductive system; oogenesis; endocrinology of reproduction; spermatogenesis and the mature spermatozoon; breeding glands; internal fertilization and sperm storage, parental care; general development; and molecular development.
Table of Contents
An Overview of Anuran Phylogeny, Classification and Reproductive Modes: William E. Duellman; The Gross Anatomy of the Reproductive System: Michael J. Tyler; Oogenesis: Sara S. S�nchez and Evelina I. Villecco; Endocrinology of Reproduction: Silvia N. Fern�ndez and In�s Ramos; Spermatogenesis and the Mature Spermatozoon: Form, Function and Phylogenetic Implications: David M. Scheltinga and Barrie G.M. Jamieson; An Overview of Breeding Glands: Rossana Brizzi, Giovanni Delfino and Silke Jantra; Internal Fertilization in the Anura with Special Reference to Mating and Female Sperm Storage in Ascaphus: David M. Sever, William C. Hamlett, Rachel Slabach, Barry Stephenson, and Paul A. Verrell; Parental Care: A Phylogenetic Perspective: Richard M. Lehtinen and Ronald A. Nussbaum; Development: Ronald Altig; Molecular Development: Brian Keyv