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Tortoises of the World: Giants to Dwarfs
Author: George R. Zug
Year: April 23, 2024
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Language: English



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Tortoises of the World Giants to Dwarfs: An In-Depth Exploration of the Fascinating Ecology of These Remarkable Creatures As we delve into the captivating world of tortoises, we are struck by the incredible diversity of these remarkable creatures. From the towering giants of the Galapagos to the diminutive dwarfs of the deserts, each species has evolved unique adaptations that enable it to thrive in its environment. Tortoises of the World: Giants to Dwarfs takes us on an unforgettable journey through the biology, natural history, and conservation of these fascinating reptiles, providing a comprehensive exploration of their evolution, behavioral ecology, and life cycle. The book begins with an overview of the evolution of tortoises from ancestral turtles, highlighting the unique body plan and odd anatomy that sets them apart from other reptiles. We learn about the extraordinary physiological adaptations that allow tortoises to survive extreme temperatures and arid conditions, as well as their remarkable engineering of their ecosystems. The authors then delve into the mating rituals, nesting habits, and tenuous survival of eggs and hatchlings, giving us a glimpse into the intricate details of tortoise reproduction.
Tortoises of the World Giants to Dwarfs: An Deep-Depth Exploration of the Fascinating Ecology of These Wonderful Creatures Вникая в захватывающий мир черепах, мы поражаемся невероятному разнообразию этих замечательных существ. От возвышающихся гигантов Галапагосских островов до миниатюрных карликов пустынь, каждый вид развил уникальные приспособления, которые позволяют ему процветать в окружающей среде. «Tortoises of the World: Giants to Dwarfs» проводит нас в незабываемое путешествие по биологии, естественной истории и сохранению этих увлекательных рептилий, обеспечивая всестороннее исследование их эволюции, поведенческой экологии и жизненного цикла. Книга начинается с обзора эволюции черепах от черепах предков, подчеркивая уникальный план тела и странную анатомию, которая отличает их от других рептилий. Мы узнаем о необычайных физиологических адаптациях, которые позволяют черепахам переживать экстремальные температуры и засушливые условия, а также об их замечательной инженерии своих экосистем. Затем авторы углубляются в брачные ритуалы, гнездовые привычки и слабое выживание яиц и детенышей, давая нам возможность взглянуть на сложные детали размножения черепах.
Tortoises of the World Giants to Dwarfs : An Deep-Depth Exploration of the Fascinating Ecology of These Wonderful Creatures Plongée dans un monde passionnant de crânes, nous sommes sidérés par l'incroyable variété de ces merveilleuses créatures. Des géants imposants des îles Galapagos aux nains miniatures des déserts, chaque espèce a développé des installations uniques qui lui permettent de prospérer dans l'environnement. « Tortoises of the World : Giants to Dwarfs » nous emmène dans un voyage inoubliable à travers la biologie, l'histoire naturelle et la préservation de ces reptiles fascinants, offrant une étude complète de leur évolution, de leur écologie comportementale et de leur cycle de vie. livre commence par un aperçu de l'évolution des tortues ancestrales, soulignant le plan unique du corps et l'anatomie étrange qui les distingue des autres reptiles. Nous apprenons les adaptations physiologiques extraordinaires qui permettent aux tortues de vivre des températures extrêmes et des conditions arides, ainsi que leur génie remarquable de leurs écosystèmes. s auteurs approfondiront ensuite les rituels de mariage, les habitudes de nidification et la faible survie des œufs et des bébés, nous donnant l'occasion de jeter un coup d'oeil aux détails complexes de la reproduction des tortues.
Tortoises of the World Giants to Dwarfs: An Deep-Depth Exploration of the Fascinating Ecology of These Wonderful Creatures Ahondando en el apasionante mundo de las tortugas, nos asombra el increíble la diversidad de estas maravillosas criaturas. Desde las elevadas gigantes de las islas Galápagos hasta las enanas en miniatura de los desiertos, cada especie ha desarrollado adaptaciones únicas que le permiten prosperar en el entorno. «Tortoises of the World: Giants to Dwarfs» nos lleva a un viaje inolvidable por la biología, la historia natural y la conservación de estos fascinantes reptiles, aportando una investigación integral sobre su evolución, ecología conductual y ciclo de vida. libro comienza con una revisión de la evolución de las tortugas de los antepasados, destacando el plan corporal único y la extraña anatomía que las distingue de otros reptiles. Conocemos las extraordinarias adaptaciones fisiológicas que permiten a las tortugas sobrevivir a temperaturas extremas y condiciones áridas, así como su notable ingeniería de sus ecosistemas. A continuación, los autores profundizan en los rituales de apareamiento, los hábitos de anidación y la débil supervivencia de huevos y cachorros, dándonos la oportunidad de echar un vistazo a los complejos detalles de la cría de tortugas.
Tortoises of the World Giants to Dwarfs: An Deep-Depth Exploration of the Fascinating Ecology of These Wonderful Creatures Wenn wir in die faszinierende Welt der Schildkröten eintauchen, staunen wir über die unglaubliche Vielfalt dieser wunderbaren Kreaturen. Von den hoch aufragenden Riesen der Galapagos-Inseln bis zu den winzigen Zwergen der Wüsten hat jede Art einzigartige Anpassungen entwickelt, die es ihr ermöglichen, in ihrer Umgebung zu gedeihen. „Tortoises of the World: Giants to Dwarfs“ nimmt uns mit auf eine unvergessliche Reise durch Biologie, Naturgeschichte und Erhaltung dieser faszinierenden Reptilien und bietet eine umfassende Untersuchung ihrer Evolution, Verhaltensökologie und ihres benszyklus. Das Buch beginnt mit einem Überblick über die Evolution der Schildkröten von den Schildkröten ihrer Vorfahren und betont den einzigartigen Körperplan und die seltsame Anatomie, die sie von anderen Reptilien unterscheidet. Wir erfahren von außergewöhnlichen physiologischen Anpassungen, die es Schildkröten ermöglichen, extreme Temperaturen und trockene Bedingungen zu erleben, sowie von ihrer bemerkenswerten Entwicklung ihrer Ökosysteme. Die Autoren vertiefen sich dann in Paarungsrituale, Nistgewohnheiten und das schwache Überleben von Eiern und Jungen und geben uns die Möglichkeit, die komplexen Details der Zucht von Schildkröten zu betrachten.
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Cücelere Dünya Devlerinin Kaplumbağaları: Bu Harika Yaratıkların Büyüleyici Ekolojisinin Derinlemesine İncelenmesi Kaplumbağaların büyüleyici dünyasına girerek, bu harika yaratıkların inanılmaz çeşitliliğine hayran kaldık. Galápagos'un yükselen devlerinden çöllerin minyatür cücelerine kadar, her tür kendi ortamında gelişmesine izin veren benzersiz adaptasyonlar geliştirmiştir. "Dünyanın Kaplumbağaları: Cücelere Devler", bizi bu büyüleyici sürüngenlerin biyolojisi, doğal tarihi ve korunmasıyla unutulmaz bir yolculuğa çıkarıyor ve evrimleri, davranışsal ekolojileri ve yaşam döngüleri hakkında kapsamlı bir keşif sunuyor. Kitap, kaplumbağaların atalarının kaplumbağalarından evrimini gözden geçirerek, benzersiz vücut planını ve onları diğer sürüngenlerden ayıran garip anatomiyi vurgulayarak başlar. Kaplumbağaların aşırı sıcaklıklarda ve kuru koşullarda hayatta kalmalarını sağlayan olağanüstü fizyolojik adaptasyonların yanı sıra ekosistemlerinin olağanüstü mühendisliklerini öğreniyoruz. Yazarlar daha sonra çiftleşme ritüellerine, yuvalama alışkanlıklarına ve yumurtaların ve gençlerin zayıf hayatta kalmasına, kaplumbağa yetiştiriciliğinin karmaşık ayrıntılarına bir göz atmamızı sağlıyor.
سلحفاة عمالقة العالم إلى أقزام: استكشاف عميق لعمق البيئة الرائعة لهذه المخلوقات الرائعة التي تتعمق في عالم السلاحف الرائع، نحن مندهشون من التنوع المذهل لهذه المخلوقات الرائعة. من عمالقة غالاباغوس الشاهقين إلى الأقزام المصغرة للصحاري، طور كل نوع تكيفات فريدة تسمح له بالازدهار في بيئته. يأخذنا فيلم «سلحفاة العالم: عمالقة إلى أقزام» في رحلة لا تُنسى عبر علم الأحياء والتاريخ الطبيعي والحفاظ على هذه الزواحف الرائعة، مما يوفر استكشافًا شاملاً لتطورها وبيئتها السلوكية ودورة حياتها. يبدأ الكتاب بمراجعة تطور السلاحف من سلاحف الأجداد، وتسليط الضوء على خطة الجسم الفريدة والتشريح الغريب الذي يميزها عن الزواحف الأخرى. نتعرف على التكيفات الفسيولوجية غير العادية التي تسمح للسلاحف بالبقاء على قيد الحياة في درجات الحرارة القصوى والظروف الجافة، بالإضافة إلى هندستها الرائعة لأنظمتها البيئية. ثم يتعمق المؤلفون في طقوس التزاوج وعادات التعشيش وضعف بقاء البيض والشباب، مما يعطينا نظرة على التفاصيل المعقدة لتكاثر السلاحف.

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