| Description |
1 online resource (xiii, 477 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color) |
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Zoological monographs ; volume 7 |
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Zoological monographs ; v. 7.
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| Contents |
Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- Editors and Contributors -- Chapter 1: A Brief History of the Lymnaeid Research -- References -- Chapter 2: General Characteristics of the Family Lymnaeidae -- 2.1 Taxonomic Position of the Family -- 2.2 Evolutionary Origin of the Family and Its Fossil Record -- 2.3 Diversity and Taxonomic Structure of the Extant Lymnaeidae -- 2.4 Shell and Soft Body Morphology Features -- 2.5 Elements of Biogeography and Ecology -- References -- Chapter 3: Phylogeny and Taxonomy of the Family Lymnaeidae -- 3.1 Introduction -- 3.2 Material and Methods |
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3.3 Phylogenetic Relationships Within the Family Lymnaeidae -- 3.4 Taxonomy (Systematic Part) -- References -- Chapter 4: Conchological and Anatomical Identification of the Lymnaeid Snails -- References -- Chapter 5: Molecular Techniques for the Study of Ecological and Evolutionary Processes in Lymnaeids -- 5.1 Introduction -- 5.2 How to Study Lymnaeid Molecules? -- 5.2.1 Fixation and Preservation of Samples -- 5.2.2 Dissection and Tissue Collection -- 5.2.3 Molecule Extraction -- 5.2.4 Molecular Analyses -- 5.2.4.1 DNA-Based Techniques -- 5.2.4.2 RNA-Based Techniques |
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5.2.4.3 Enzymes and Other Proteins -- 5.2.4.4 Metabolites, Toxins, and Pollutants -- 5.3 Why Use Molecular Technologies in Lymnaeids? -- 5.3.1 Species Identification, Systematics, and Phylogenetics -- 5.3.2 Population Genetics and Phylogeography -- 5.3.3 Mating System and Reproductive Behavior -- 5.3.4 Abiotic Interactions -- 5.3.5 Biotic Interactions -- 5.4 Trends and Perspectives in Ecological and Evolutionary Studies -- References -- Chapter 6: The Fossil Record of the Lymnaeidae: Revisiting a 200-Myr-Long Story of Success -- 6.1 Introduction -- 6.2 Material and Methods |
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6.3 Diversity Through Time -- 6.4 Geographic Distribution Through Time and the Origins of Lymnaeidae -- 6.4.1 Mesozoic Roots -- 6.4.2 The Paleogene Diversification -- 6.4.3 The Neogene Diversity Peak -- 6.5 Dispersal in the Fossil Record -- 6.6 Exploring the Limits of Morphological Disparity -- 6.6.1 Valencienniinae -- 6.6.2 Delminiella -- 6.6.3 Lancinae -- 6.6.4 Corymbina -- 6.7 Synthesis -- References -- Chapter 7: Biogeography of the Living Lymnaeidae -- 7.1 Introductory Remarks -- 7.2 Distribution of the Lymnaeid Snails Across Continents and Zoogeographical Regions |
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7.3 Biogeography of Particular Subfamilies and Genera of the Lymnaeidae -- References -- Chapter 8: Patterns and Processes of Speciation in Lymnaeidae -- 8.1 Introduction -- 8.2 Speciation Patterns -- 8.2.1 Large-Scale Patterns -- 8.2.2 Small-Scale Patterns -- 8.2.3 Adaptation in Extreme and Isolated Habitats: The Role of Ecology -- 8.3 Speciation Processes -- References -- Chapter 9: Ecology of Lymnaeid Snails -- 9.1 The Habitats of the Lymnaeid Snails -- 9.2 Responses of the Lymnaeids to Abiotic Factors of Their Environment -- 9.3 Biotic Interactions of the Lymnaeid Snails |
| Summary |
The Lymnaeidae (also known as pond snails) are a species-rich and globally distributed family of freshwater snails, many species of which are known to be hosts of parasitic trematodes (such as the liver fluke, Fasciola hepatica). Written by world-leading experts in the field, this book covers a wealth of topics ranging from the phylogeny and taxonomy of lymnaeid snails to their relationships with helminths and their impact on public and veterinary health. It provides an overview of the species richness, evolution, ecology, biogeography and fossil record of the family. A considerable number of chapters are devoted to the economic and medical importance of lymnaeids, their involvement in the transmission of fascioliasis and other zoonotic diseases. Special chapters deal with the molecular and morphological identification of the Lymnaeidae, their rearing in the laboratory and experimental approaches to their study. This contributed volume is aimed at experts and practitioners in various disciplines: Invertebrate zoology, evolutionary biology, biogeography, aquatic ecology, parasitology, epidemiology and public health. It is also useful for university lecturers, undergraduate and postgraduate students |
| Notes |
Online resource; title from PDF title page (SpringerLink, viewed December 13, 2023) |
| Subject |
Lymnaeidae.
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Lymnaeidae
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Vinarski, Maxim V., editor
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Vázquez, Antonio A., editor
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| ISBN |
9783031302923 |
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3031302923 |
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