Mammal Image Library Catalog

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Mammal Image Library

 

This set describes the stranding of 41 sperm whales on the Oregon Coast near Florence in June, 1979. Subjects of slides include: whales above waterline during low tide; close-up of teeth in intact specimen; scientists removing tissue samples; tow-truck removing nearly full term fetus from female; and autopsy in progress. (by J. A. Lackey)  Ordering Information

Described and illustrated are special adaptations of various species of eight families whose members typically spend the majority of their lives in burrows they excavate themselves. Slides illustrate external and skeletal adaptations and surface evidence of tunneling activity. (by G. C. Hackman and E. C. Oaks)  Ordering Information

An overview of the biology of all living rhinos--black, white. Sumatran, Indian, and Javan. Specific topics include; anatomy, behavior (including feeding), growth, reproduction, special adaptations, and zoo populations. Discussions of past and present distributions, characters useful for identifying the species, current populations size, assessment of the threat to their survival, and effects of captivity. (by G. P. Groves and J. O. Whitaker, Jr.)  Ordering Information

 

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