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The Biology of the Avian Respiratory System

Evolution, Development, Structure and Function

John N. Maina

978-3-319-44153-5

2017
Edition 1
- Offers a detailed overview of the evolutionary underpinnings of the avian respiratory system (the lung-air sac system) from the theropod dinosaurs to the modern birds
- Presents a highly detailed and comprehensive account of the respiratory biology of birds
- Shows the strong correlation between the evolution, the development, the structure and the function of the avian respiratory system
- Underscores the exceptional efficiency of the avian respiratory system, with two chapters outlining the energetic demands for powered flight and the adaptations for high altitude flight
- Comparative approach will be adopted to explain concepts and principles where differences between bird species exist
- Contributors are active and prominent experts in their fields of research who provide the cutting edge details
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