Sturkie's Avian Physiology

by G. Causey Whittow (Editor)

Overview

Sturkie's Avian Physiology is the classic comprehensive single volume on the physiology of domestic as well as wild birds. The Fifth Edition is thoroughly revised and updated, and includes new chapters on the physiology of incubation and growth. Chapters on the nervous system and sensory organs have been greatly expanded due to the many recent advances in the field. The text also covers the physiology of flight, reproduction in both male and female birds, and the immunophysiology of birds.

The Fifth Edition, like the earlier editions, is a must for anyone interested in comparative physiology, poultry science, veterinary medicine, and related fields. This volume establishes the standard for those who need the latest and best information on the physiology of birds.

• Thoroughly updated and revised
• Coverage of both domestic and wild birds
• New larger format
• Only comprehensive, single volume devoted to birds

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780080542089
Publisher:	Elsevier Science
Publication date:	10/14/1999
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	704
File size:	17 MB
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About the Author

G. Causey Whittow is currently Professor of Physiology and Chairman of the Department of Physiology at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawaii in Honolulu. His scientific work on birds stems from a post-doctoral fellowship in Paul Sturkies laboratory at Rutgers University in 1960–61. He contributed to the Second, Third and Fourth Editions of Avian Physiology and has published over 80 scientific papers on birds. Whittows special interest is in seabirds. He is a Fellow of the Linnean Society of London and a Fellow of the Institute of Biology.

Table of Contents

O. Güntürkün, Sensory Physiology: Vision.
R. Necker, Avian Ear and Hearing.
J.R. Mason, Chemical Senses.
R. Necker, Somato-Sensory System.
R. Necker, Functional Anatomy of the Spinal Cord.
J.L. Dubbeldam, Motor Control System.
W.J. Kuenzel, Autonomic Nervous System.
A.L. Harvey and I.G. Marshall, Muscle.
D.R. Jones and N.H. West, Cardiovascular System.
F.L. Powell and G.S. Mitchell, Respiration.
D.L. Goldstein and E. Skadhauge, Body Fluid Regulation, Renal Physiology; Acid-Base Ballance.
D.M. Denbow, Gastro-Intestinal Physiology.
C.R. Blem, Energy Balance.
W.R. Dawson and G.C. Whittow, Thermoregulation.
P.J. Butler, Physiology of Flight.
C.G. Scanes, Introduction to Endocrinology; Pituitary Gland.
F.M.A. McNabb, Thyroids.
C.G. Dacke, Parathyroid, Vitamin D and Calcitonin Hormones.
S. Harvey and R. Carsia, Adrenals.
R.L. Hazelwood, Pancreas.
E. Gwinner and M. Hau, Pineal Gland; Circadian Rhythm, Photoperiodism.
A.L. Johnson, Reproduction in the Female Bird.
D.P. Froman and J. Kirby, Reproduction in the Male Bird.
H. Tazawa and G.C. Whittow, Incubation Physiology.
Cogburn, Physiology of Growth and Development.
B. Glick, Immunophysiology.
Subject Index.

Editorial Reviews

3 Stars from Doody

This fifth edition text follows 14 years after the previous edition and includes contributions from 35 authors from the United States, Canada, and Europe. "The purpose is to update a comprehensive, single volume book on the physiology of birds. This book is necessary since information is assimilated in a single, comprehensive unit. The editor's objectives are met. "This is primarily intended for avian practitioners and avian scientists. The text is formatted for persons in avian research or those utilizing avian models. However, avian practitioners should find it a valuable resource for general avian information. Selected topics are ideal as reference material in formal veterinary or general biology classes. The editor and contributors are credible authorities in avian physiology. "Special mention is deserved for the first seven chapters, in which the nervous system and special senses are covered in a comprehensive, highly structured fashion. A systematic approach of other organs follows, and avian flight, incubation, growth and development, and some new and/or improved topics unavailable in the 1986 edition are included. There are a few black-and-white photographs, with the majority of pictorials represented by cartoons, graphs, and tables. The text is well organized, with a user-friendly table of contents, index, and current references. "In this updated, inclusive text general and specific details of both domestic and wild birds are presented. There are basic, no frills pictures, but this is nonetheless an attractive book with an affordable price tag. Readers are certain to benefit from the experience and expertise obtained over the course of five editions.

Michael A. Ringenberg

New edition of a one-volume reference on the physiology of both domestic and wild birds. It contains a new chapter on flight that occupies a central place in the volume, as befits the most conspicuous feature of birds. Also covers new information on incubation and growth and development that reflects the characteristic development of the avian egg outside the body, as well as expanded treatment of the nervous system and sensory organs. Other topics include reproduction in both male and female birds and the immunophysiology of birds. Illustrated with b&w drawings and diagrams. The editor is affiliated with the school of medicine at the U. of Hawaii. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Booknews

"...remains the primary reference for avian physiologists. ...I recommend this book to anyone with even a passing interest in avian physiology." —Jim Reynolds in IBIS, 2000

From the Publisher

Reviewer: Michael A. Ringenberg, DVM, DipACVP (University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine)
Description: This fifth edition text follows 14 years after the previous edition and includes contributions from 35 authors from the United States, Canada, and Europe.
Purpose: The purpose is to update a comprehensive, single volume book on the physiology of birds. This book is necessary since information is assimilated in a single, comprehensive unit. The editor's objectives are met.
Audience: This is primarily intended for avian practitioners and avian scientists. The text is formatted for persons in avian research or those utilizing avian models. However, avian practitioners should find it a valuable resource for general avian information. Selected topics are ideal as reference material in formal veterinary or general biology classes. The editor and contributors are credible authorities in avian physiology.
Features: Special mention is deserved for the first seven chapters, in which the nervous system and special senses are covered in a comprehensive, highly structured fashion. A systematic approach of other organs follows, and avian flight, incubation, growth and development, and some new and/or improved topics unavailable in the 1986 edition are included. There are a few black-and-white photographs, with the majority of pictorials represented by cartoons, graphs, and tables. The text is well organized, with a user-friendly table of contents, index, and current references.
Assessment: In this updated, inclusive text general and specific details of both domestic and wild birds are presented. There are basic, no frills pictures, but this is nonetheless an attractive book with an affordable price tag. Readers are certain to benefit from the experience and expertise obtained over the course of five editions.

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