All the information researchers, students, and practitioners need to
conducted innovative, state-of-the-art research on small mammals.
Rodents and insectivores constitute the vast majority of mammals on our
planet, yet we often overlook the importance of this group. As seed
dispersers, prey species, and disease regulators, these animals are
critical to the functioning of our ecological systems. While
considerable material exists that describes these species, there has
been no dedicated guide explaining how to effectively research
them--until now.
Methods for Ecological Research on Terrestrial Small Mammals is a
one-stop resource compiling all the information readers need to conduct
state-of-the-art research on small terrestrial mammals across the globe.
The authors cover the full spectrum of issues, from capture, handling,
identification, reproduction, demography, and taxonomy to behavior,
diet, evolution, diseases, movements, morphometrics, and more. They
also:
- highlight the latest techniques while carefully explaining the
tried-and-tested methods needed to conduct rigorous scientific
inquiries;
- provide step-by-step examples and case studies, demonstrating how the
methods discussed can be used in actual research projects;
- compare and contrast methodologies, analytical techniques, and
software packages, helping researchers determine which pathways and
tools will yield the best results for their studies.
A comprehensive and invaluable resource, Methods for Ecological
Research on Terrestrial Small Mammals is a must-have for any ecologist
working on small mammals.
