This book presents a comparative view of chelonian reproduction and discusses
ecophysiological implications for their captive breeding. Chelonians, with their protective …

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Although the reproductive ecology of marine turtles has been the subject of numerous long-
range studies, the reproductive physiology of these unique animals is little known. Recently …

Reproduction in marine turtles (Cheloniidae, Dermochelyidae) occurs within three general
constraints.^ First, nesting must occur during conditions which “are condu cive to adult …

A study of the reproduction of Krefft's river tortoise, Emydura krefftii, was conducted in the
perched dune lakes of Fraser Island, Queensland. Mature male specimens exhibit a …

The reproductive physiology of nesting leatherback turtles (Dermochelys coriacea) was
studied at Playa Grande, Costa Rica, from 1992 to 1994 during November, December, and …

The name" snapping turtle" conjures up images of powerful, prehistoric-looking beasts that
lurk in the dark waters of local swimming holes. Beyond its status as childhood legend …

One of the stubborn puzzles of animal behavior is the ability of some animals to travel
regularly to remote oceanic islands. The best known of the blue-water navigators are birds; …

This document reviews the salient and current literature on the biology of the green turtle,
Chelonia mydas (Linnaeus, 1758) including taxonomy, distribution, physiology, morphology …

1. A mature male Chrysemys picta can be distinguished from a female by its long forefoot
claws, thickened base of the tail, and short post-anal tail length. 2. Males become sexually …