BEHAVIOR OF TELEOST FISHES, 2nd Edition

Pitcher, T.J. 1993

This popular new edition is "the" book on fish behavior. It reviews the motivational basis of behavior, sensory modalities, behavioral ecology and applied topics. The fist discussion concerns behavior as it relates to genetic parentage. In following chapters an excellent discourse is given of behavioral ecology, including parental care, reproduction and the dynamics of parental behavior. The authors give an informative perspective on structure and function of fish shoals and their impact on commercial fisheries. The reviews at this level are intended to be of use to a broad spectrum of fish biologists and fishery research workers. Softbound, 715 pages, 181 illustrations & 14 tables.

B-BEHA-TF Price $72.00

BIOCHEMISTRY AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY OF FISHES: SERIES VOLUMES 1-3

Edited by: Hochachka, P.W. and Mommsen, T.P.

This series has rapidly attained international acclaim as the premier forum for state-of-the-art review articles. Compiled for the benefit of scientists worldwide who work in a piscine setting, it establishes the independence of fish biochemistry from other allied disciplines. The learned editors and colleagues are the principal researchers from the leading departments of zoology and biological sciences worldwide.

VOLUME I: PHYLOGENETIC AND BIOCHEMICAL PERSPECTIVES 1991

First in the series, Volume 1 logically begins with The Biochemistry and Cell Physiology of Water, which reveals surprising new data that challenges . What follows is an analysis of Fish Movement in Water. Then: Buoyancy in Fishes, Biochemistry and Molecular Biology of Vision, and Luminescence in Fishes. Readers will find particularly useful reviews of Carbon Dioxide and Ammonia Metabolism and Exchange, Urea Synthesis in Fishes, and Maintenance of Solute Balance. Those engaged in the study or control of fish reproduction will appreciate Function and Evolution of Fish Hormonal Pheromones. In all there are 13 major review articles averaging 150 citations each. Hardbound, 361 pages.

B-BIOC- MBF1 Price $210.00

VOLUME 2: MOLECULAR BIOLOGY FRONTIERS 1993

This volume presents the exciting frontiers of the science. Scientists and aquaculture specialists will appreciate the extensive review about The Molecular Biology of Transgenic Fish. Practically, the information relates to the bioengineering of fish with traits beneficial to production. Scientifically, the data aids in the use of fish as a superior system for genetic examination. The tools for the future are here, pick a topic and it will likely be covered in Volume 2. Example: The Molecular Biology of Bacterial Fish Diseases, it presents the frontier of understanding A. hydrophila, A. salmonicida, R. salmoninarum, Vibrio anguillarum. Where it leaves off the review of the fish Immune System picks up. Twenty one vitally important review articles with great rewards for the scientist, aquaculturist and concerned fish specialist. Hardbound, 470 pages.

B-BIOC- MBF2 Price $265.00

VOLUME 3: ANALYTICAL TECHNIQUES 1994

Clearly the most comprehensive treatise ever assembled on techniques for the experimental manipulation of fish, fish tissues, organs, cells and biochemical constituents. Chapter 1- Anesthetics, starts logically with review of Finquel MS-222, the most widely used anesthetic having minimal biochemical perturbations. In total the 53 chapters present cutting edge techniques for bench level research. Detailed reviews include: Cannulation, Surgery, Pancreatectomy; Hypophysectomy, Microsurgery, Gonadectomy, Hepatectomy, Injections, Intracellular Measurement of pH. Plus, reviews of perfusion methods for: Fish Hearts, Pancreatic Tissue, and Hepatocytes. The authors review fish cell culture technology, including sources and methods for: Fish Cell Lines, Pituitary Cells, Testes Cells, Corpuscles of Stannius, Head Kidney Macrophages, Organ Culture of Fish Tissues, and Fish Leukocytes. Isolation techniques are reviewed for: Gill Cells, Cardiac Myocytes, and Hepatocytes. Included are methods to analyze: Bioluminescent Systems, Opercular Membranes and Skin, Kidney and Bladder Function. Softbound, 700 pages.

B-BIOC- MBF3 Price $265.00

EARLY LIFE HISTORY OF FISH: AN ENERGETICS APPROACH

Kamler, E. 1992

An impressive, specialized publication that reviews the early life of fishes. The theme of Dr. Kamler’s book follows the life history sequence of gonad maturation; factors affecting egg quality and hatching success, early free swimming life while relying on nutrition from yolk sack to the search for food from the environment. The author has studied the many external factors that are decisive for the successful embryonic and post-embryonic development of many fish species and consequent recruitment of new fish into the population. Fish egg size and composition have been extensively studied along with the feeding of fish larval in aquaculture. An essential text. Hardbound, 267 pages, 59 illustrations, 43 tables.

B-EARL-LHF Price $89.00

ECOLOGY OF TELEOST FISHES

Wootton, R.J. 1990

Teleost fishes support aquaculture systems and commercial fisheries through out the world. According to the author, this text was written because there are no recent text on the ecology of fishes that reflects the advances made in the past two decades in the area of feeding, bioenergetics or life history strategies. This book puts forth the link between modern experimental ecology and the reproductive success we see in stunning adaptations of teleost fishes around the world. Essential reading to understanding many important biological problems posed by aquaculture and fisheries. Hardbound, 404 pages, 134 illustrations.

B-ECOL-TF Price 85.00

ELECTROPHORETIC AND ISOELECTRIC FOCUSING IN FISHERIES MANAGEMENT Edited by: Whitmore, D.W. 1990

The chapters in this volume have been organized to offer an expert viewpoint of current electrophoretic separation methodologies and their major applications to fisheries and aquaculture management. Twenty six world authorities present on going methods used to separate and visualize proteins for the purpose of genetic marking, stock assessment, and breeding. Sixteen chapters chronicle the key applications, which include, DNA fingerprinting, analysis of stock structure in mixed-stock fisheries, genetic marking, analysis of hybridization, genomic manipulations for fish culture, and forensic applications in fish law enforcement. Information and technology transfer at its best, highly recommended. Hardbound, 350 pages, 120 illustrations.

B-ELEC-IFTFM Price $195.00

FEEDING ECOLOGY OF FISH

Gerking, S.D., 1994

This volume covers the most complete and definitive work to date on the variable patterns of fish feeding ecology. The author provides a framework for the diverse and mixed patterns of this subject. Special attention is devoted to empirical studies and attempts to categorize feeding habits of both marine and freshwater fishes while documenting the remarkable ability include: trophic levels and optimal foraging theory; mouth and sense organs; plant eating fish, detritus feeders, particulate feeding; larval feeding; filter feeding and fish that feed on other fish. We highly recommend this reference book to faculty, graduate students, libraries specializing in fishery science, ecology, ichthyology and marine and freshwater biology. Hardbound, 374 pages, 70 illustrations, 57 tables.

B-FEED-EF Price $85.00

FISH ECOLOGY

Wootton, R.J. 1992

A remarkable textbook for students in marine ecology, freshwater ecology, fish biology, fisheries ecology and aquaculture. This book introduces the ecology of fishes by describing the inter-relationships between fishes and the aquatic habitats they occupy. The information builds on the premise that at the heart of ecology is the study of the effects of the abiotic and biotic conditions on the reproductive success of individuals, that is, the number of offspring an individual produces in a lifetime. Careful study is given to the effects of habitat use, species interaction, migration, feeding, population dynamics and reproduction in relation to major habitats occupied by fishes. Highly recommended. Softbound, 212 pages, 56 illustrations, 11 tables.

B-FISH-ECO Price $95.00

 FISH MARKING TECHNIQUES

Edited by Parker, N.C. 1990

The marking and sampling of fish is essential to conducing any fishery or fish culture operation. This landmark text presents methodology and applications for today’s most advanced fish marking technology: electronic tags, genetic marks, chemical marks, internal and external tags, and physical marks. This proceedings of the International Symposium and Educational Workshop on Fish Marking Techniques is technology transfer at its best. Highly recommended for all biologists, culturists, fishery and aquaculture scientists. Hardbound, 879 pp., 582 illustrations.

B-FISH-MTE Price $119.00

FISH PHYSIOLOGY; THE SERIES VOLUMES I - 13

Edited by Hoar, W. and Randall, D. 1992-1969

FISH PHYSIOLOGY: VOLUME. 12A CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

Edited by: Hoar, W.S., Randall, D.J. & Farrell, A.P. 1992

This book, and its companion, Fish Physiology, Volume 12, Part B, is the first major synthesis of recent advances, general concepts, and species diversity of fish in almost 25 years. It provides broad coverage of the major aspects of cardiovascular physiology and is a definitive sourcebook for the field. Part A discusses the special design of the venous system in aquatic vertebrates, reviews the nature of the secondary circulation in fish, and discusses the probable absence of the lymphatic system. Hardbound, 340 pages.

B-FISH-PH-12 Price $99.00

FISH PHYSIOLOGY: VOL. 12B CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM

Edited by: Hoar, W.S., Randall, D.J. & Farrell, A.P. 1992

This book, Part B discusses the function, structure and chemistry of fish blood, and the chemical and nervous control of cardiac activity. It is of value to teachers in comparative physiology as well as to researchers. Hardbound, 474 pages.

B-FISH-PH-12B Price $115.00

 FISH PHYSIOLOGY VOL: 11B - THE PHYSIOLOGY OF DEVELOPING FISH: VIVIPARITY & POSTHATCHING JUVENILES

1988 -Contents: Maternal-Embryonic Relationship in Viviparous Fishes,Metamorphosis, Factors Controlling Meristic Variation,Physiology of Smolting Salmonids, Ontogeny of Behavior and Development of Sensory Systems. Hardbound, 436 pages.

B-FISH-PH11B Price $136.00

8 BIOENERGETICS AND GROWTH 1979, 786 pp. B-FISH-PH08 $169.00

7 LOCOMOTION 1978, 576 pp. B-FISH-PH07 $163.00

2 THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEM 1969, 447 pp. B-FISH-PH02 $163.00

FISH SWIMMING

Videler, J.J. 1993

Fish movements have always astonished human observers. Its challenging complexity makes fish swimming an interesting subject. This book is an overview of the state-of- the-art in a multidisciplinary field and therefore includes detailed knowledge of physics (fluid mechanics) functional anatomy, muscle physiology and kinematics, energetics and ecological aspects. It is rich in updated material, which will inspire fish biologists, physiologists and ecologists. Hardbound, 260 pages, 85 illustrations.

B-FISH-SW Price $84.00

METHODS FOR FISH BIOLOGY

Edited by Schreck, C. and Moyle, P. 1990

State-of-the-art methods for conducing fish biological investigations are presented. Twenty lengthy chapters present full details of laboratory and field techniques currently applied to aquaculture and fish management problems. This "how-to" manual instructs the technician and guides the resource specialist in matters concerning: maintenance of captive fishes, stress and acclimation, evaluation of genetic problems, research design, systematics and taxonomic data, electrophoresis and chromosome preparation, histological techniques, anesthesia and surgery, blood work, respirometry, growth, bioenergetics, nervous system, aquatic toxicology, reproduction, behavior, and ecology. A powerful new tool for the entire aquaculture and fisheries community. Hardbound, 684 pages, 20 illustrations, 11 tables.

B-METH-FBI Price $75.00

METHODS OF MARKING FISH AND SHELLFISH

Nielsen, L.A., 1994.

This book offers a practical synthesis of current ways to tag and mark fish, crustaceans, and mollusks for later identification. Written by a renown Professor of Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences at Virginia Tech University, Larry Nielsen is also a recent President (1990-1991) of American Fisheries Society. Each class of techniques is treated in a well-illustrated chapter that covers advantages, disadvantages, appropriate species, materials, procedures, new developments and key references. The subjects covered include natural, external and chemical marks along with external tags, internal tags and genetic identification and marking. Other topics covered are the styles and uses of marking; a designing and marking program and an interesting look at the subject of biotelemetry. The first book of its kind, this informative detailed study will be an invaluable fisheries tool for many years. Hardbound, 224 pages.

PHYSIOLOGY AND FORM OF FISH CIRCULATION

Satchels G. 1991

A comprehensive account of the functional and anatomical interrelationships of fish circulatory systems. Explores the prime and peripheral events which take place at the heart, vessels, gills and phagocytic organs. In-depth examinations are presented, including: blood and its crucial transport functions, the control of heat and oxygen diffusion in retial structures, the autonomic innervation and integration of the heart and other organ systems, the cardia-respiratory responses to exercise and hypoxia. The concluding chapter illustrates the evolution and complexity of fish circulatory systems. Essential for a complete understanding of fish physiology. Hardbound, 235 pages, 70 illustrations.

B-PHYS-FFC Price $70.00

PHYSIOLOGY OF FISHES

Edited by: Evans, D.H., 1994

New,"state of the art" volume on the physiology of fin fishes. The initial chapter details the systematics of fishes, two chapters discuss swimming and buoyancy mechanisms as relate to movement and positioning within the water column, four chapters consider the inner ear and lateral line, electrosensation, vision and chemoreception. Anatomy and physiology of gill and cardiovascular system including control by the autonomic nervous system. Biophysical/chemical topics include osmotic and acid-base regulation, ammonia and urea metabolism and excretion, thermoregulation, endocrine control and reproduction.

A final chapter on coloration in fishes concludes this new publication for fishery biologists, ichthyologists, physiologists aquaculturists and hobbyists. (Includes a systematic index organized by genus and species. 592 pages, 200 illustrations (5 color plates), 13 tables.

B-PHYS-FISH PRICE $110.00

SENSORY BIOLOGY OF AQUATIC ANIMALS

Editors: Atema, J.; Fay, R.R.; Popper, A.N. & Tavolga, W.N., 1988.

The central question of this volume asks what an animal must know about its environment in order to survive and compete successfully. This collection of presentations reflects some of the most innovative research ever compiled on sensory biology. The authors have discovered unexpected methods and processes used by animals to utilize the information contained in the aquatic stimulus world. This book is organized into sections with the first part describing the physical and chemical stimulus nature of the environment; the second section is concerned with survival function and stimulus acquisition on behavior, while the third part inquires into the animal receptor systems describing hearing, equilibrium, and electroreception. A conclusion can be drawn that the exact functional nature of a particular species sensor capability is due to the environment in which it lives; including its social organization and its means of making a living. We highly recommend this richly rewarding reference book. Hardbound, 936 pages, 288 illustrations, 27 tables.

B-SENS-BAA Price $276.00

 VISUAL SYSTEM OF FISH

Edited by Douglas, R. 1990

Eighteen of the worlds’ renowned anatomists and visual experts have collaborated to form this contemporary compendium. 15 chapters follow the visual process sequentially. They describe the photic conditions experienced by fish and examine those parts of the eye responsible for image formation: the lens, visual pigments, retina and neurons, synaptic interactions and functional outputs, neurotransmitter and modulators, tactile morphology, physiology and processing, and the output of the system in terms of the animal’s visual capabilities. A challenging resource volume, it not only provides understanding of an intricate topic, but also demonstrates the dynamic relationships between fish vision, behavior and the underwater environment. Highly recommended. Hardbound, 506 pages, illustrated.

B-VISU-SFI Price $110.00

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