| Edition |
3rd ed. |
| Description |
1 online resource (viii, 419 pages) : illustrations |
| Physical Medium |
polychrome |
| Description |
text file |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Contents |
Preface; 1. An Introduction to Spiders; 2. Functional Anatomy; 3. Metabolism; 4. Neurobiology; 5. Spider Webs; 6. Locomotion and Prey Capture; 7. Reproduction; 8. Development; 9. Ecology; 10. Phylogeny and Systematics; Bibliography; Index. |
| Summary |
One of the only books to treat the whole spider, from its behavior and physiology to its neurobiology and reproductive characteristics, Biology of Spiders is considered a classic in spider literature. First published in German in 1979, the book is now in its third edition, and has established itself as the supreme authority on these fascinating creatures. Containing five hundred new references, this book incorporates the latest research while dispelling many oft-heard myths and misconceptions that surround spiders. Of special interest are chapters on the structure and function of spider webs a. |
| Local Note |
eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America |
| Subject |
Spiders.
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Spiders. |
| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Title |
Biologie der Spinnen. English https://id.loc.gov/authorities/names/n81124191
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| Other Form: |
Print version: Foelix, Rainer F., 1943- Biologie der Spinnen. English. Biology of spiders. 3rd ed. New York : Oxford University Press, 2011 9780199734825 (DLC) 2010009511 (OCoLC)569495572 |
| ISBN |
9780199813247 (electronic book) |
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0199813248 (electronic book) |
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9780199734825 |
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0199734828 |
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