Whittow, G. Causey : University of Hawaii at Manoa
Summary
Sturkie�s Avian Physiology is the classic comprehensive single volume on the physiology of domestic as
well as wild birds. The Fifth Edition is thoroughly revised and updated, and includes new chapters on the physiology
of incubation and growth. Chapters on the nervous system and sensory organs have been greatly expanded due to the
many recent advances in the field. The text also covers the physiology of flight, reproduction in both male and
female birds, and the immunophysiology of birds. The Fifth Edition, like the earlier editions, is a must for anyone
interested in comparative physiology, poultry science, veterinary medicine, and related fields. This volume establishes
the standard for those who need the latest and best information on the physiology of birds.
Thoroughly updated and revised
Coverage of both domestic and wild birds
New larger format
Only comprehensive, single volume devoted to birds
Table of Contents
O. Güntürkün, Sensory Physiology: Vision.
R. Necker, Avian Ear and Hearing. J.R. Mason, Chemical Senses. R. Necker, Somato-Sensory System. R. Necker, Functional Anatomy of the Spinal Cord. J.L. Dubbeldam, Motor Control System. W.J. Kuenzel, Autonomic Nervous System. A.L. Harvey and I.G. Marshall, Muscle. D.R. Jones and N.H. West, Cardiovascular System. F.L. Powell and G.S. Mitchell, Respiration. D.L. Goldstein and E. Skadhauge, Body Fluid Regulation, Renal Physiology; Acid-Base Balance. D.M. Denbow, Gastro-Intestinal Physiology. C.R. Blem, Energy Balance.
W.R. Dawson and G.C. Whittow, Thermoregulation. P.J. Butler, Physiology of Flight. C.G. Scanes, Introduction to Endocrinology; Pituitary Gland. F.M.A. McNabb, Thyroids. C.G. Dacke, Parathyroid, Vitamin D and Calcitonin Hormones. S. Harvey and R. Carsia, Adrenals. R.L. Hazelwood, Pancreas. E. Gwinner and M. Hau, Pineal Gland; Circadian Rhythm, Photoperiodism. A.L. Johnson, Reproduction in the Female Bird. D.P. Froman and J. Kirby, Reproduction in the Male Bird. H. Tazawa and G.C. Whittow, Incubation Physiology. Cogburn, Physiology of Growth and Development. B. Glick, Immunophysiology.
