Sex in City Plants Animals Fungi and More A Guide to Reproductive Diversity 1st Edition by Kenneth D Frank ISBN 1234567890 9780231206075

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Author: Kenneth D Frank

Cities pose formidable obstacles to nonhuman life. Vast expanses of asphalt and concrete are inhospitable to plants and animals; traffic noise and artificial light disturb natural rhythms; sewage and pollutants imperil existence. Yet cities teem with life: In rowhouse neighborhoods, tiny flowers bloom from cracks in the sidewalk. White clover covers lawns, its seeds dispersed by shoes and birds. Moths flutter and spiders weave their webs near electric lights. Sparrows and squirrels feast on the scraps people leave behind. Pairs of red-tailed hawks nest on window ledges. How do wild plants and animals in urban areas find mates? How do they navigate the patchwork of habitats to reproduce while avoiding inbreeding? In what ways do built environments enable or inhibit mating?

This book explores the natural history of sex in urban bacteria, fungi, plants, and nonhuman animals. Kenneth D. Frank illuminates the reproductive behavior of scores of species. He examines topics such as breeding systems, sex determination, sex change, sexual conflict, sexual trauma, sexually transmitted disease, sexual mimicry, sexual cannibalism, aphrodisiacs, and lost sex. Frank offers a guide to urban reproductive diversity across a range of conditions, showing how understanding of sex and mating furthers the appreciation of biodiversity. He presents reproductive diversity as elegant but vulnerable, underscoring the consequences of human activity. Featuring compelling photographs of a multitude of life forms in their city habitats, this book provides a new lens on urban natural history.

Sex in City Plants Animals Fungi and More A Guide to Reproductive Diversity 1st Table of contents:

Preface

• Introduction to Reproductive Diversity
• The Importance of Studying Reproduction in Nature
• How to Use This Book

Chapter 1: Reproduction in the Natural World

• Defining Reproduction: Sexual vs. Asexual
• Evolutionary Implications of Reproductive Strategies
• Diversity Across Life Forms: A Broad Overview
• The Role of Environment in Shaping Reproductive Behaviors

Chapter 2: Reproductive Strategies in Plants

• Sexual Reproduction: Pollination and Fertilization
• Asexual Reproduction in Plants: Cloning and Vegetative Propagation
• Unusual Plant Reproduction: Self-pollination and Parthenogenesis
• The Role of Flowers in Plant Reproduction
• Case Study: The Reproductive Systems of Orchids and Their Pollinators

Chapter 3: Animal Reproduction: From Simple to Complex

• Reproduction in Invertebrates: Asexual and Sexual Reproduction
• Vertebrate Reproductive Systems: Mammals, Birds, and Reptiles
• Mating Behaviors and Courtship Rituals
• Sexual Dimorphism: How and Why Male and Female Traits Differ
• Case Study: The Mating Habits of Cuttlefish and Seahorses

Chapter 4: Fungal Reproduction: A Hidden World of Diversity

• Introduction to Fungi: Spores and Mycelial Networks
• Sexual and Asexual Reproduction in Fungi
• The Role of Fungi in Ecosystems and Symbiotic Relationships
• Fungal Reproduction and Its Influence on Medicine and Agriculture
• Case Study: The Fascinating Life Cycle of the Giant Puffball

Chapter 5: Microbial Reproduction: The Invisible Life Forms

• Reproduction in Bacteria: Binary Fission and Genetic Exchange
• Viruses and Their Complex Relationships with Hosts
• The Role of Microorganisms in Ecosystem Function
• Case Study: The Reproduction of the T4 Bacteriophage

Chapter 6: Reproductive Strategies in the Water World

• Aquatic Reproduction: From Fish to Amphibians
• External vs. Internal Fertilization in Water-based Species
• Unique Reproductive Adaptations in Aquatic Environments
• Case Study: The Reproduction of Coral and Sea Turtles

Chapter 7: The Role of Genetic Diversity in Reproduction

• The Importance of Genetic Variation in Reproductive Success
• Recombination, Mutation, and Genetic Drift
• Sexual Selection and Evolutionary Pressures
• Case Study: Peacocks, Evolution, and Mate Selection

Chapter 8: Parental Investment and Parenting Strategies

• Types of Parental Care in Animals
• The Trade-off Between Quantity and Quality of Offspring
• Cooperative Breeding and Social Reproduction in Animals
• Case Study: The Extraordinary Parenting of Emperor Penguins

Chapter 9: Human Reproductive Diversity

• Human Sexuality and Reproductive Health
• Social and Cultural Influences on Reproduction
• Assisted Reproductive Technologies and Ethical Issues
• The Future of Human Reproduction
• Case Study: The Journey of In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)

Chapter 10: The Future of Reproduction in Nature

• Climate Change and Its Impact on Reproductive Strategies
• Genetic Engineering and Reproductive Technology
• Conservation Efforts and Protecting Reproductive Habitats
• The Role of Education in Promoting Reproductive Health
• Case Study: Efforts to Save Endangered Species Through Assisted Reproduction

Conclusion

• Key Insights into the Diversity of Reproduction in Nature
• How Understanding Reproductive Strategies Can Benefit Society
• The Future of Reproductive Research and Ethical Considerations

Appendices

• A: Glossary of Key Terms in Reproductive Biology
• B: Recommended Resources and Further Reading
• C: Index

References

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