Artikelname: A Field Guide to Spiders and Scorpions of Texas
Artikelbeschreibung: A superb guide to the Spiders & Scorpions of Texas.

Artikelname: A Spider's World: Senses and Behavior
Artikelbeschreibung: Spiders are wonderful creatures. Their varied and complex range of behavior and highly developed sensory systems are excellently adapted to the environmental conditions - as is proven by their evolutionary success. Over 400 million years, spiders have developed their sensory organs to a fascinating technical perfection and complexity. In his intriguing book, Professor Friedrich G. Barth puts this technical perfection into the context of "biology", in which the interaction between environment and sensory organs and the selectivity of the senses as a link between environment and behavior play a major role.

Artikelname: Amazonian Arachnida and Myriapoda: Keys for the Identification to Classes, Orders, Families, Some Genera and Lists of Known Spec
Artikelbeschreibung: The book is and attempt: (1) to provide illustrated keys for neophytes and anyone interested in Neotropical Arachnida and Myriapoda; (2) to supply a source of references on the actual taxonomic; (3) to introduce approved sampling techniques developed for terrestrial arthropods; (4) to stimulate education and research in Neotropical Arachnida and Myriapoda

Artikelname: Aquatic Mites: From Genes to Communities
Artikelbeschreibung: Although the ancestral home of chelicerates was the sea, the vast majority of modern species live on land. Most students of spiders and mites also restrict themselves to terrestrial habitats. However, a surprising number of mites (Arachnida: Acari) have returned to a watery existence. Approximately 7000 species from the Mesostigmata, Astigmata, Oribatida, and especially the Prostigmata, now live in marine and freshwater habitats. In Aquatic Mites, a dozen chapters explore the distribution, ecology, behavior, genetics, and evolution of the most diverse of these astonishing arachnids. The results of these studies raise as many interesting questions as they answer, and should provoke more investigations of the biology of freshwater and marine Acari.

Artikelname: Biology of Spiders
Artikelbeschreibung: An enormous amount of research in spider biology in recent years has resulted in significant new insights into this diverse group of organisms. The response to this outpouring is an updated edition of this widely regarded classic. First published in 1979, this was the first textbook on spiders since 1930; the new edition contains all the information gathered since that time, including the entire world literature on spiders up to 1994. The author has completely updated and revised chapters on ecology, phylogeny and systematics to reflect current knowledge. Over 200 illustrations are included as well as an extensive reference section. The only modern textbook available on the subject, this will prove an invaluable resource for professionals, students, and researchers in zoology, entomology, ecology and physiology.

Artikelname: British Spiders Vols I-III
Artikelbeschreibung: The first 2 volumes of Locket & Millidge's work were completed in 1951 and 1953, and remain classic texts on the spiders of Britain. The 3rd volume, with third author Merret, was completed in 1974 and contains additional species, corrections and 600 distribution maps.

Pisces Conservation have worked in collaboration with the Ray Society, the original publishers of the books, to re-issue them here in electronic form.

All 3 volumes are now available on a single CD, for Windows PCs and Macs, with fully searchable text and hyperlinks for ease of navigation.

The quality of reproduction of illustrations and text is excellent.

The books are in Adobe Acrobat pdf format (free Reader software included), allowing high-quality printing of the text and plates.

Artikelname: Catalogue of the Pseudoscorpion Types (Arachnida Chelonethi) in the Natural History Museum, London
Artikelbeschreibung: The Natural History Museum in London houses one of the most important pseudoscorpion collections in the world, containing types of 214 nominal species and subspecies. The aim of this catalogue is to make these type holdings better known.

Artikelname: European Arachnology
Artikelbeschreibung: This work reflects on the current areas of interest for researchers working with spiders, scorpions and related animals in Europe. It contains 46 research articles and reviews covering a wide range of disciplines such as ecology and conservation, behaviour, physiology, morphology and systematics. A particular section is devoted to reproductive behaviour, with papers on sexual selection, sperm competition, emasculation and sexual cannibalism in spiders. Silk, the structure and function of spider webs and how they are built, form another study area. Other themes explored include the biodiversity and conservation value of spider communities from several types of habitats, the value of spiders for agriculture, systematic classification of spiders and local faunistics.

Artikelname: Field Guide to Spiders of Britain & Northern Europe
Artikelbeschreibung: 450 species comprehensively illustrated, with 288 colour paintings and over 1500 drawings. The introduction provides general information on the structure and biology of spiders, together with illustrations of genitalia, webs and egg sacs.

This is the ultimate, comprehensive field guide to spiders - a must for all arachnophiles everywhere and a vital introduction for all other naturalists

Artikelname: Guide to House and Garden Spiders
Artikelbeschreibung: Illustrations of 40 of the commonest spiders, with a guide to the usual habitat, distinctive features and type of web of each species.

Artikelname: Identifying British Insects and Arachnids
Artikelbeschreibung: Until now, individuals wishing to identify British insects have found it difficult to track down the specialist keys published in obscure literature, whereas the popular guides are often misleadingly simplistic, covering only a fraction of the species. This book bridges the gap, providing expert guidance through the taxonomic maze. It contains an introduction to each group of organisms, and over 2000 references selected as being the most useful and up-to-date for accurate identification, together with notes on their relevance and coverage. A further chapter covers the understanding and retrieval of scientific references, with advice on using libraries and other information services. This will be an essential reference book for anyone involved in insect and arachnid identification, from interested amateurs to professionals dealing with unfamiliar groups.

Contents.

Introduction; Acknowledgements; 1. Sources of information Julie M. V. Harvey; 2. Collembola: the Springtails Peter C. Barnard; 3. Protura: the Proturans Peter C. Barnard; 4. Diplura: the Two-tailed Bristle-tails Peter C. Barnard; 5. Thysanura: the Silverfish and Firebrats Peter C. Barnard; 6. Archaeognatha: the Bristletails Peter C. Barnard; 7. Ephemeroptera: the Mayflies or Up-winged Flies Stephen J. Brooks; 8. Odonata: the Dragonflies and Damselflies Stephen J. Brooks; 9. Plecoptera: the Stoneflies Stephen J. Brooks; 10. Phasmida: the Stick-insects Judith A. Marshall; 11. Orthoptera: the Grasshoppers, Crickets and Bush-crickets Judith A. Marshall; 12. Dermaptera: the Earwigs Judith A. Marshall; 13. Blattodea: the Cockroaches Judith A. Marshall; 14. Psocoptera: the Booklice and Barklice Jon H. Martin; 15. Phthiraptera: the Lice Chris H. C. Lyal; 16. Thysanoptera: the Thrips Jon H. Martin; 17. Hemiptera: the True Bugs Jon H. Martin and Mick D. Webb; 18. Neuroptera: the Lacewings Peter C. Barnard; 19. Megaloptera the Alderflies Peter C. Barnard; 20. Raphidoptera: the Snakeflies Peter C. Barnard; 21. Coleoptera: the Beetles Peter M. Hammond and Stuart J. Hine; 22. Strepsiptera: the Stylops Peter M. Hammond and Stuart J. Hine; 23. Mecoptera: the Scorpionflies Peter C. Barnard; 24. Trichoptera: the Caddisflies Peter C. Barnard; 25. Lepidoptera: the Moths and Butterflies Mark A. Parsons, Gaden S. Robinson, Martin R. Honey, and David J. Carter; 26. Diptera: the Flies Nigel P. Wyatt and John E. Chainey; 27. Siphonaptera the Fleas Theresa M. Howard; 28. Hymenoptera: the Bees, Wasps and Ants John S. Noyes, Mike G. Fitton, Donald L. J. Quicke, David G. Notton, George R. Else, Nigel D. M. Ferguson, Barry Bolton, Suzanne Lewis and Laraine C. Tarel; 29. Pseudoscorpiones: the Pseudoscorpions Paul D. Hillyard; 30. Opiliones: the Harvestmen Paul D. Hillyard; 31. Araneae: the Spiders Paul D. Hillyard; 32. Acari: the Mites and Ticks Anne S. Baker; Index.

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Artikelname: Identifying Spiders
Artikelbeschreibung: From the exotic and striking Mexican Red-Knee Tarantula or the venomous Block Widow, to the tiny Money Spider, you will find spiders everywhere. There are over 40,000 described species of spiders, in grassy meadows there will be millions; ponds and lakes will have their quota; and deserts and mountains are no bar to the Order Araneae. There are even highly urbanised spiders that love to inhabit our homes and bathtubs.What is a spider? The identifier shows how spiders differ from other Arachnida and illustrates the structure of spiders, and their place in the animal kingdom. Over 90 species are detailed, their habitats, how they make their fascinating and complex webs, and their distribution, with at-a-glance symbols for easy reference.Identifying Spiders is an invaluable tool for identification and with spectacular photographs accompanying each entry, it explains how to distinguish wolf spiders from crab spiders, orbweavers from cobweb weavers, and huntsmen from jumpers.

Artikelname: Keys to the Families of British Spiders
Artikelbeschreibung: This guide includes all of the 34 families known to occur in Britain. Two identification keys are presented. The first is a traditional dichotomous format, using morphological characters that are visible under low-power magnification; the second key, a tabular guide, includes a range of behavioural and ecological characters and should enable beginners to put a name to spiders in the field. Sections on spider morphology, biology, ecology and a glossary are also provided.

Artikelname: Mites
Artikelbeschreibung: Many mites possess intricate life styles in close association with plant and animal hosts. Their ability to reproduce both sexually and asexually has made efforts to control their populations difficult. This work explores this and other issues

Artikelname: Riceland Spiders of South and Southeast Asia
Artikelbeschreibung: Spiders are among the most omnipresent and numerous predators in both agricultural and natural ecosystems, and without them insect pest populations would become out of control. Their potential as biological control agents can only be appreciated through a greater understanding of their abundance and species composition in different ecological systems. There is therefore a great need for literature providing guidance on spider identification. The spider fauna of several cultivated crops, in a number of regions of the world, has been well documented. There have been some previous attempts to record the spider fauna of rice in South and Southeast Asia, but these are scattered in the journal literature. This volume provides an illustrated guide that can be used by specialists and novices to identify these spiders. The majority of the species covered were collected from a diversity of habitats in the Philippines. The bulk of the book consists of keys to the identification of families, genera and species of Philippine spiders, illustrated by more than 1000 line drawings and 100 colour photographs. A total of 339 species belonging to 134 genera within 26 families are recognized. Of these, 253 species and seven genera are new to science. Distribution maps for individual species and a classification scheme for Philippine riceland spiders are also provided. Overall, the work represents a major contribution to the literature for those interested in spiders or more generally in biological control and crop protection.

Artikelname: Scorpion Biology and Research
Artikelbeschreibung: Scorpions are the only land animals with a fossil record stretching back to the colonization of land by aquatic animals, and they offer a unique array of biochemical, physiological, and ecological adaptations. This comprehensive survey demonstrates the value of scorpions as model systems for investigating a wide range of biological questions, from neurobiology to evolutionary ecology. The chapters cover the full range of research and include introductory material for the general reader as well as detailed and up-to-date findings for the specialist. The editors hope to draw new attention to this important group of arthropods and seek to highlight areas where scorpion research is providing new insight on key biological questions.

Artikelname: Scorpions (Walls)
Artikelbeschreibung: Scorpions are among the most unusual and instantly recognisable of all animals. They are fun to observe and easy to keep, and there are several species - such as the striped bark scorpion - whose venom has not proven fatal to adult humans. This book details why these creatures make fascinating pets, even if they aren't warm and fuzzy. This new addition to the Herpetocultural Library has all you need to know about selecting and caring for your pet scorpion. Also included is a special section on other familiar invertebrates that are easy to care for in a home vivarium.

Covers mainly Scorpions, but also sections on Wind & Whip Scorpions, Millipedes & Centipedes, Cockroaches and Mantids.

Artikelname: Scorpions of Brazil
Artikelbeschreibung: First comprehensive treatment of the Brazilian scorpion fauna since 1945. Provides keys and detailed descriptions of the known scorpion fauna of Brazil. Also includes accounts of various aspects of scorpion ecology and biogeography which place the Brazilian species in a worldwide context. Shows why certain species have recently become extinct while others are endangered throughout tropical South America. Far more than an identification guide, this book is a stimulating introduction to the study of scorpions in general.

Artikelname: Scorpions of Southern Africa
Artikelbeschreibung: Although Southern Africa is one of the best places on earth to see and study scorpions, little information is generally available on these misunderstood and often persecuted creatures. "Scorpions of Southern Africa" is both a field guide to the identification of the more common and visible of Southern Africa's rich fauna of 130 scorpion species and a description of the physiology and ecology of scorpions. It dispels myths that portray scorpions as deadly venomous animals to be killed on sight, and offers an intriguing insight into the amazing adaptations that have enabled scorpions to survive over millions of years. Layman's terms are used as far as possible, and a glossary of more complicated terminology is provided. Distribution maps and photographs are given for over 50 Southern African species as well as practical information about where to look for scorpions and how best to handle these often feared creatures.

Artikelname: Southern African Spiders: An Identification Guide
Artikelbeschreibung: This guide features the 63 families of spiders that occur in this region, found in such diverse habitats as deserts, seashores and forests, as well as in suburban homes. The spiders are grouped into web-living, ground-living and plant-living species to aid identification, and details are given of lifestyle, habitat, size, behaviour and poison potential.

Artikelname: Spiders (how to)
Artikelbeschreibung: The author seems to know the subject matter very well, getting past the "basics" very quickly and introducing you to virtually every family of spider and all of their distinguishing features. Contents Include : Where to find spiders

How you should go about collecting and preserving them

Parasites and other enemies the of the spider

The anatomy of the arachnid and how to recognize their sex

Information about the effects of spider venom

One of the best all round introductions to Spiders. A "must have" for anyone interested in studying these fascinating creatures.

Artikelname: Spiders (whittett)
Artikelbeschreibung: There is a dazzling array of spiders in the world 40,000 kinds some podgy, some skinny, some flat as pancakes; from giant bird-eaters whose legs would cover a dinner plate to midgets whose bodies wouldn't cover a pinhead. Some pretend to be birds' droppings and others pretend to be ants; some tackle prey as big as a snake, others only eat one fly a year.

Chief amongst their curious attributes, which include being blue-blooded and smelling through their feet, must be their phenomenal silk. Stronger than steel, yet incredibly light and thin, one strand of it long enough to encircle the world would only weigh 12 oz. As well as using silk to engineer their webs, spiders use it to wrap up their food, to make nets for throwing over prey and cocoons for their eggs. And then there is the venom, drop-for-drop often stronger than cobra venom, injected into the prey with formidable fangs or occasionally fired from a distance.

Even the most rabid arachnophobe cannot fail to be entranced by this world full of surprises: spiders that are social, hunting and dining together in strict hierarchy; dedicated mothers carrying their eggs around with them; wildly gesticulating suitors and reluctant brides.

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Artikelname: Spiders in Ecological Webs
Artikelbeschreibung: As experimental organisms, spiders offer ecologists a unique opportunity to examine the concept of the ecological community and the role which field experimentation can play in evaluating theories of population and community ecology. In this book, David Wise provides a balanced critique of field experiments designed to uncover details of spider ecology, with the dual aim of clarifying the ecology of these fascinating organisms and providing insight into the advantages and challenges of performing field experiments with a predator ubiquitous in terrestrial ecosystems. This book will be an essential reference for all ecologists wishing to learn more about the ecology of a major terrestrial predator and the use of field experimentation as a powerful technique to test ecological hypotheses.

Artikelname: Spiders of Australia (Australian Green Guides)
Artikelbeschreibung: This text is intended as an introduction to the habitats of the spiders of Australia, and to those Australian groups that are particularly common, interesting or significant to humans. Organized into behavioural categories, the five sections cover ancient spiders, roving spiders, "sit-and-wait" spiders, snare makers and web-weavers. The individual species or group entries describe key characteristics such as where they are found, food requirements and behavioural habits, and each entry is accompanied by a colour photograph.

Artikelname: Spiders of Australia :An Introduction to their Classification,Biology & Distribution
Artikelbeschreibung: This book introduces the Australian spider fauna and includes many species that are well known to Australian biologists, naturalists, gardeners and pest controllers. This book provides for the first time information on a vast spectrum of the Australian spider fauna and illustrates and describes over 150 species in some detail. Many other species are mentioned and discussed and a thorough summary of spider morphology, biology and classification is also provided. All representative families are described in some detail and the numbers of each family are listed on Australian and World levels. Most of the major genera of each family are described and representative species illustrated and described. Most of the spiders illustrated are photographed alive in their natural settings while approximately 30 species are represented by paintings of living specimens. The illustrations and descriptions make it easy for the layperson to identify many common spiders and provides also for the first time, an up to date reference list of hundreds of old and more recent scientific papers, books and other articles on Australian and related spider species. This list is organized into families and will prove to be an indispensable tool for serious workers on Arachnida. Much of the information provided for many of the species is new, based on the author's own field observations. The book is aimed for the scientist, naturalist, student and layperson both in Australia and overseas.

Artikelname: Spiders of Leicestershire and Rutland
Artikelbeschreibung: The book begins with a history of Arachnology in Leicestershire and Rutland. There is a chapter on materials and methods, and Red Data Book species. This is followed by an Atlas of Leicestershire and Rutland Spider, comprising a distribution map and short cameo for each of the 324 species. A final chapter on Habitat evaluation is followed by appendices: a gazeteer of main collecting sites; a detailed breakdown of those species found at 49 key sites; and information on the natural history organisations involved with data gathering and site management.

Artikelname: Tarantulas and Other Arachnids
Artikelbeschreibung: Despite their ferocious reputation, tarantulas are fascinating animals to observe, and can be kept in a home terrarium. This volume advises on their maintenance and care. Books in the Complete Pet Owner's Manuals series present basic information about pets for new or soon-to-be owners. Advice and instruction covers feeding, housing, health care, training, grooming, protection against hazards, and more. Texts emphasize pet care basics and are easy for all readers to understand, but most titles also present facts that even experienced pet owners and breeders will find new and useful. All books in this series are filled with high quality full-color photos and instructive line art

Artikelname: Tarantulas in the Vivarium :Lifestyle, Husbandry, and Breeding
Artikelbeschreibung: This popular handbook for the captive husbandry and breeding of tarantulas, originally published in the German language, is now available in English. The taxonomy has been updated by the author, Peter Klaas. The text is in two sections. The first is an introductory section discussing tarantula anatomy and life history, the relationships of tarantulas to other arthropods, and general information on vivarium setup and special requirements of tarantulas in captivity. Problems arising in captive care--such as disease and parasites--are discussed, as is the problem of tarantula bites to humans. The second section consists of individual accounts on 40 of the more commonly kept species from around the world. These are illustrated in the book's 123 color photographs. Peculiarities of each of these species are discussed, with special attention to their requirements in captivity. Tarantulas are becoming increasingly popular as vivarium and zoo specimens. This book, based upon the author's extensive personal experience, will become an important reference on the topic, and will add greatly to the small amount of published information about them.

Artikelname: Tarantulas of Belize
Artikelbeschreibung: Tarantulas of Belize is a comprehensive overview of all species occurring in this beautiful Central American country. It is both a reference book and a field guide which brings together everything currently known about the tarantulas of the region. Chapters cover ecology, habitats, identification (including a key), how to find them, conservation and ethical issues, along with a detailed profile, distribution map, and color photograph for every species. An up-to-date reference that presents the tarantulas in the wild, this book is a must for professionals, hobbyists, and naturalists.

Artikelname: The Biology of Camel-Spiders (Arachnida, Solifugae)
Artikelbeschreibung: This comprehensive treatment of camel-spiders deals exclusively with Arachnida, Solifugae. Beginning with an introduction to Solifugae, this work covers folklore surrounding this group, functional anatomy and physiology, life history, ecology, behaviour, phylogeny, biogeography and taxonomy, as well as field techniques and laboratory rearing methods. Extensive coverage is also devoted to natural history, habitat preference, diet composition, dispersion patterns, mating and hunting behaviour, and burrowing activities, as well as diel/seasonal patterns of activity. The book also discusses the biology of Solifugae in relation to other major groups of arachnids and points out the importance of Solifuges to desert communities.

Artikelname: The Evolution of Mating Systems in Insects and Arachnids
Artikelbeschreibung: Insects and arachnids display the most impressive diversity of mating and social behavior among all animals. This book investigates sexual competition in these groups, and the variety of ways in which males and females pursue, persuade, manipulate, control and help one another, enabling us to gain a better understanding of how conflicts and confluences of interest evolve together. Each chapter provides a comprehensive review of mating systems in particular insect and arachnid groups, discusses intrinsic and extrinsic factors responsible for observed mating strategies, and suggests fruitful avenues for further research. The book culminates in a synthesis, reviewing the data in terms of the theory of sexual conflict. This broad-based book will be of immense value to students and researchers interested in reproductive strategies, behavioral ecology, entomology and arachnology.

Artikelname: The Evolution of Social Behaviour in Insects and Arachnids
Artikelbeschreibung: Social insects and arachnids exhibit forms of complex behavior that involve cooperation in building a nest, defending against attackers or rearing offspring. This book is a comprehensive, up-to-date guide to sociality and its evolution in a wide range of taxa. In it, leading researchers review the extent of sociality in different insect and arachnid groups, analyze the genetic, ecological and demographic causes of sociality from a comparative perspective, and suggest ways in which the field can be better understood. The book contains fascinating accounts of the social lives of many different insects and arachnids, as well as tests of current theories of the evolution of social behavior. The Evolution of Social Behaviour in Insects and Arachnids provides essential reading and insight for students and researchers interested in social behavior, behavioral ecology, entomology, and arachnology.

Artikelname: The Genus Rhipicephalus (Acari, Ixodidae): A Guide to the Brown Ticks of the World
Artikelbeschreibung: Ticks in the genus Rhipicephalus include many important vectors of animal and human pathogens, but many species are notoriously difficult to identify, particularly as immature stages. This reference volume provides identification keys for adult ticks from the Afrotropical regions and elsewhere. For the nymphs and larvae, unique plates have been compiled in which line drawings of the capitula of similar species are grouped together to facilitate identification. Brief well-illustrated descriptions of the known stages of every species are given, plus information on their hosts, distribution, and disease relationships. Tables providing data on host/parasite relationships and disease transmission are also included, making this the definitive reference source on this group for all those interested in acarology, veterinary or medical parasitology and entomology for many years to come.

Artikelname: The Tarantula Keeper's Guide
Artikelbeschreibung: Probably the best one book guide to keeping these fascinating creatures.

Artikelname: Ticks and Tick-Borne Pathogens
Artikelbeschreibung: This volume contains the Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Ticks and Tick-borne Pathogens (TTP-4), held in Banff Alberta, Canada, from 21 to 26 July 2002. TTP-4 continues an important tradition established in 1992 at the first Conference in St Paul Minnesota, USA, and developed subsequently at the Kruger National Park, South Africa (1995) and the High Tatra Mountains, Slovakia (1999). The 31 papers published in this special issue are divided between six sessions, with a keynote address as an introduction. The first session, which deals with biosystematics, genomics and proteomics of ticks, contains the most recent world list of valid tick names in 2003. The papers deal with a broad range of tick-host-pathogen interactions, including remote sensing and mapping of ticks and tick-borne pathogens as well as practical aspects of tick control. It is recommended reading for anyone working on ticks and tick-borne pathogens, which are of increasing medical and veterinary importance worldwide.

Artikelname: Ticks: A Lay Guide to a Human Hazard
Artikelbeschreibung: A very useful guide to the dangers posed to naturalists and walkers in areas where Ticks are active.

Artikelname: Woodlice
Artikelbeschreibung: Woodlice are amongst the most familiar of animals. Yet, systematic works on the British fauna are few and have become outdated by the continuing discovery of species new to the British Isles. This key includes all 38 species which are known currently.

Artikelname: Woodlice (Meechan)
Artikelbeschreibung: Woodlice are amongst the most familiar of animals. Yet, systematic works on the British fauna are few and have become outdated by the continuing discovery of species new to the British Isles. This key includes all 38 species which are known currently.