Phenotypic plasticity of insects: mechanisms and consequences
Éditeur :
Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN :
9781578084234
Date de publication :
1 janv. 2009
Dimensions :
22,9 x 15,2 cm
Poids :
1383 g
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
USA
Explores the importance of phenotypic plasticity as a central organizing theme for understanding biology. This book covers topics such as: endocrinology, development, body size, allometry, polyphenism, reproduction, reproductive and life-history tradeoffs, alternative mating and life-history strategies, and density-dependent prophylaxis.