Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

Endocrinology of reproduction in bats : central control / Edythe L.P. Anthony -- Endocrine regulation of reproduction in bats : the role of circulating gonadal hormones / Len Martin, Ric T.F. Bernard -- Peripheral endocrines in bat reproduction / Gary G. Kwiecinski, David A. Damassa -- Anatomy, physiology and cyclicity of the male reproductive tract / P.H. Krutzsch -- Anatomy and physiology of the female reproductive tract / John J. Rasweiler IV, Nilima K. Badwaik -- Pregnancy / N.K. Badwaik, J.J. Rasweiler IV -- Sperm storage and fertilization / E.G. Crichton --Bat mating systems / Gary F. McCracken, Gerald S. Wilkinson -- Life-history and reproductive strategies of bats / Paul A. Racey, Abigail C. Entwistle -- Parental care and postnatal growth in the Chiroptera / Thomas H. Kunz, Wendy R. Hood -- Environmental regulation of reproduction / Paul D. Heideman.

The Reproductive Biology of Bats presents the first comprehensive, in-depth review of the current knowledge and supporting literature concerning the behavior, anatomy, physiology and reproductive strategies of bats. These mammals, which occur world-wide and comprise a vast assemblage of species, have evolved unique and successful reproductive strategies through varied anatomical and physiological specialization. These are accompanied by individual and/or group behavioral interactions, usually in response to environmental mechanisms essential to their reproductive success. Key Features * Is the first book devoted to the reproductive biology of bats * Contains in-depth reviews of the literature concerned with bat reproduction * Contributors are widely recognized specialists * Provides a powerful database for future research.

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