Allaby, Michael
A Dictionary of Zoology (Oxford Quick Reference)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780198845089
- author:
- Allaby, Michael
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 736
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 13 x 3.3 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Reference & Language, Dictionaries & Thesauruses, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A comprehensive guide to the natural world, the Oxford Dictionary of Zoology is a detailed and authoritative reference that covers all areas of the field. With over 6,000 entries, it provides full taxonomic coverage of a wide range of animals, from arthropods and fish to mammals and birds. The dictionary also includes terms from various fields, such as ecology, animal behaviour, and physiology. This fifth edition has been fully revised and updated, with around 400 new entries covering areas such as taxonomic groups, prefixes, and descriptive terms. The dictionary is enriched with useful web links, diagrams, and detailed appendices, making it a valuable resource for anyone working in the field of zoology. The companion website also provides access to additional resources, including a new Common Names appendix and three new illustrations.