Physiology of Elasmobranch Fishes: Structure and Interaction with Environment

Fish Physiology: Physiology of Elasmobranch Fishes, Volume 34A is a useful reference for fish physiologists, biologists, ecologists, and conservation biologists. Following an increase in research on elasmobranchs due to the plight of sharks in today’s oceans, this volume compares elasmobranchs to other groups of fish, highlights areas of interest for future research, and offers perspective on future problems. Covering measurements and lab-and-field based studies of large pelagic sharks, this volume is a natural addition to the renowned Fish Physiology series.

Provides needed comprehensive content on the physiology of elasmobranchsOffers a systems approach between structure and interaction with the environment and internal physiologyContains contributions by leading experts in their respective fields, under the guidance of internationally recognized and highly respected editorsHighlights areas of interest for future research, including perspective on future problems

• Contents of Physiology of Elasmobranch Fishes: Internal Processes, Volume 34B
• Preface
• List of Abbreviations
• 1. Elasmobranchs and Their Extinct Relatives: Diversity, Relationships, and Adaptations Through Time
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Systematic and Phylogenetic Framework of Chondrichthyan Diversity
  • 3 Environments and Adaptations
  • 4 Conclusion
  • References
• 2. How Elasmobranchs Sense Their Environment
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 The Visual System
  • 3 The Non-visual System
  • 4 The Auditory and Vestibular Systems
  • 5 The Electrosensory System
  • 6 The Lateral Line System
  • 7 Cutaneous Mechanoreception
  • 8 The Chemosensory Systems
  • 9 Sensory Input to the Central Nervous System in Elasmobranchs
  • 10 Perspectives on Future Directions
  • References
• 3. Elasmobranch Gill Structure
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Overview of the Elasmobranch Gill
  • 3 Evolution of the Gill: Elasmobranch Gill Structure in Relation to Other Fishes
  • 4 Elasmobranch Versus Teleost Ventilation
  • 5 Details of the Elasmobranch Gill
  • 6 Diversity in Elasmobranch Gill Dimensions and Morphology
  • 7 Conclusions
  • Acknowledgments
  • References
• 4. Functional Anatomy and Biomechanics of Feeding in Elasmobranchs
  • 1 General Trophic Morphology
  • 2 Feeding Behaviors
  • 3 Biomechanical Models for Prey Capture
  • 4 Modulation of Muscle Activity
  • 5 Biomechanical Models for Prey Processing and Transport
  • 6 Biomechanics of Filter Feeding
  • 7 Biomechanics of Upper Jaw Protrusion
  • 8 Ecophysiological Patterns
  • References
• 5. Elasmobranch Muscle Structure and Mechanical Properties
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Fiber Types
  • 3 Contractile Properties
  • 4 Summary
  • 5 Future Directions
  • References
• 6. Swimming Mechanics and Energetics of Elasmobranch Fishes
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Elasmobranch Locomotor Diversity
  • 3 Elasmobranch Kinematics and Body Mechanics
  • 4 Hydrodynamics of Elasmobranch Locomotion
  • 5 The Remarkable Skin of Elasmobranchs and its Locomotor Function
  • 6 Energetics of Elasmobranch Locomotion
  • 7 Climate Change: Effects on Elasmobranch Locomotor Function
  • 8 Conclusions
  • Acknowledgments
  • References
• 7. Reproduction Strategies
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Classification of Reproductive Modes in Elasmobranchs
  • 3 Mating Strategies and Parthenogenesis
  • 4 Classification of Reproductive Cycles in Elasmobranchs
  • 5 Endocrine Control of Reproductive Cycles in Elasmobranchs
  • 6 The Future
  • Acknowledgment
  • References
• 8. Field Studies of Elasmobranch Physiology
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Thermal Physiology
  • 3 Swimming Kinematics and Energetics
  • 4 A Case Field Study: Thresher Sharks
  • 5 Future Directions in Field Physiology
  • References
• Index
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