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Book SynopsisOriginally published in 1975 Terrestrial Environments covers the zoogeography and ecology of the main terrestrial environments of the world, including fresh water habitats with emphasis on their fauna. The book also explores climate and vegetation in so far as they affect animal life. Finally, the selective influence of the environment on its fauna is discussed and, conversely, the influence of regulation, a synthesis of these interrelations. Morphological adaptations of the animals inhabiting various types of terrestrial environments are considered in relation to locomotion, feeding, and escape from enemies. Physiological adaptations are also mentioned briefly, and the adaptative importunate of diurnal and seasonal rhythms is stressed.
Table of ContentsPreface 1. Zoogeography 2. Environmental Factors 3. Tropical Forest 4. Savannah 5. Desert 6. Steppe 7. Temperate Forest 8. Taiga 9. Tundra and Snowlands 10. Mountains 11. Microenvironments 12. Fresh Waters 14. The Selective Influence of the Habitat 15. Ecological Regulations Bibliography Appendix I: Classification of World Climates and Vegetation Appendix II: The Deserts of the World Index to Authors Cited General Index
