Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 3
Reptiles
- 2nd Edition - August 5, 2024
- Imprint: Academic Press
- Editors: David O. Norris, Kristin H. Lopez
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 6 0 2 2 - 6
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 1 6 0 2 3 - 3
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Request a sales quoteHormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 3: Reptiles is the third of five second-edition volumes representing a comprehensive and integrated overview of hormones and reproduction in fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. The book covers endocrinology, neuroendocrinology, physiology, behavior, and anatomy of reptilian reproduction. It provides a broad treatment of the roles of pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and gonadal hormones in all aspects of reproduction, as well as descriptions of major life history events.
The initial chapters in this book broadly examine sex determination, reproductive neuroendocrinology, stress, and hormonal regulation as they relate to testicular and ovarian function. Subsequent chapters examine hormones and reproduction of specific taxa, including turtles, crocodilians, lizards, and snakes. The book concludes with an examination of environmental influences on reproduction of reptiles.
- Covers endocrinology, neuroendocrinology, physiology, behavior, and anatomy of reptile reproduction
- Includes pituitary, thyroid, adrenal, and gonadal hormones
- Focuses on turtles, crocodilians, lizards, and snakes
- Provides new coverage on environmental influences on reptiles
Researchers and practitioners focused on vertebrate hormones, reproduction, and use of animals as models in human reproductive research, Advanced undergraduate and graduate students studying animal endocrinology, neuroendocrinology, physiology, and vertebrate reproduction
- Cover image
- Title page
- Table of Contents
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contributors
- Preface to the series
- Preface to Volume 3: Reptiles
- Chapter 1 Sex determination and differentiation in reptiles
- Abstract
- Acknowledgments
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Taxonomic and Phylogenetic Distribution
- 3 Diversity of SDMS and patterns
- 4 Proximate Mechanisms
- 5 Endocrine Disruptions
- 6 Ecology and Evolution
- 7 Future Research and Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 2 Neuroendocrinology of reptilian reproductive behavior
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Behavioral Displays in Ecological Context
- 3 Hormonal Control of Reproductive Behaviors in Adulthood
- 4 Neural Control of Reproductive Behaviors
- 5 Development of Reproductive Traits
- 6 Adult Plasticity
- 7 Conclusions and Future Directions
- References
- Chapter 3 Hormonal regulation of testicular functions in reptiles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Testicular structure
- 3 Testicular functions
- 4 Regulation of testicular functions
- 5 Regulation of testicular immune functions
- 6 Conclusion
- References
- Chapter 4 Hormonal regulation of ovarian function in reptiles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Ovarian Steroids
- 3 Follicular Development
- 4 Ovulation
- 5 The Postovulatory Ovary: The Corpus Luteum
- 6 Future Directions: Application of Reproductive Endocrinology to Conservation
- References
- Chapter 5 Hormones and the sex ducts and sex accessory structures of reptiles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Oviparity
- 3 Reproductive Cycles and Sex Hormones
- 4 The Male
- 5 The Female
- 6 Sperm Storage
- References
- Chapter 6 Pheromones and reproduction in reptiles
- Abstract
- Acknowledgments
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Testudines
- 3 Rhynchocephalia
- 4 Crocodylia
- 5 Squamata: Amphisbaenians
- 6 Squamata: Lizards
- 7 Squamata: Snakes
- 8 Suggestions for Future Research
- References
- Chapter 7 Stress and reproduction in reptiles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Mechanisms Mediating Stress Response
- 3 Effects of Stress on Reproductive Function
- 4 Seasonal Changes in Circulating Corticosterone Levels
- 5 Modulation of Stress Response During Reproduction
- 6 Fitness Effects of Stress During Reproduction
- 7 Conclusions and Research Directions
- References
- Chapter 8 Hormones and behavior of reptiles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 The Form of Natural, Sexual, and Social Selection
- 3 Social Networks and Endocrine Networks
- References
- Chapter 9 Hormones and reproductive cycles in turtles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Methodologies
- 3 Different Types of Cycles and Timing of Reproduction in Turtles
- 4 Hormonal and Gonadal Reproductive Cycles
- 5 Other Hormonal Cycles
- 6 Conclusions
- References
- Chapter 10 Hormones and reproductive cycles in crocodilians
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Development
- 3 Reproductive Cycles
- 4 Current and Future Research Directions
- 5 Research Gaps
- References
- Chapter 11 Hormones and reproductive cycles in lizards
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Reproductive Cycles
- 3 Conclusions and Future Directions
- References
- Chapter 12 Hormones and reproductive cycles in snakes
- Abstract
- Acknowledgments
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Reproductive Cycles in Snakes
- 3 Influences on the Reproductive Cycle
- 4 Hormones, Environment, and Conservation
- 5 Future Directions to Augment Existing Knowledge
- References
- Chapter 13 Environmental influences on hormones and reproduction in reptiles
- Abstract
- 1 Introduction
- 2 Effects of Climate Change on Hormones and Reproduction
- 3 Endocrine Disruption in Reptiles
- 4 Future Directions and Conclusions
- 5 Conclusions
- References
- Species Index
- Subject Index
- Edition: 2
- Published: August 5, 2024
- Imprint: Academic Press
- No. of pages: 450
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780443160226
- eBook ISBN: 9780443160233
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David O. Norris
David O. Norris is Professor Emeritus at the University of Colorado. He obtained his BS from the Baldwin-Wallace University and his PhD from the University of Washington. His broad research areas include environmental endocrinology and forensic botany. In the area of environmental endocrinology, his studies have focused on the neuroendocrine control of thyroid, adrenal, and reproductive functions with special interest in the role of environmental factors that alter the activities of these neuroendocrine systems.
Affiliations and expertise
Professor Emeritus, University of Colorado, USAKL
Kristin H. Lopez
Kristin H. Lopez obtained her MA and PhD at the University of Colorado Boulder. Her research interests include morphological and physiological aspects of vertebrate reproduction and development, especially sex differentiation and ovarian function in reptiles and amphibians. She has enthusiastically supported the development of young scientists through teaching, textbook development, outreach, and programs to increase diverse representation in STEM.
Affiliations and expertise
University of Colorado at Boulder, Colorado, USARead Hormones and Reproduction of Vertebrates, Volume 3 on ScienceDirect