The Jehol Fossils
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The Jehol Fossils
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Author : Pei-ji Chen
language : en
Publisher: Academic Press
Release Date : 2011-09-02
The Jehol Fossils written by Pei-ji Chen and has been published by Academic Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-09-02 with Science categories.
No other single volume reference to the Jehol site and its fossils exists and nowhere is there such a collection of fine photos of the fossils concerned. This book has pieced together the most up-to-date information on the Jehol Biota, a place that has shown the world some of the most astonishing fossil finds including the first complete skeleton of Archaeopteryx in 1861, four-winged dinosaurs- many feathered ones, the first beaked bird, the first plants with flowers and fruits, and thousands of species of invertebrates. Authors shed new light on a number of interesting theoretical issues in evolutionary biology today, such as the origin and early evolution of some major taxonomic groups. The first two chapters give an inviting introduction to the Jehol Biota in terms of its history of study, its main components, its scientific importance, its geographical, geological and biostratigraphic framework, and its renowned fossil discoveries. Each of the remaining chapters deals with a particular organismal group of the Biota written by leading experts. The book is lavishly illustrated with nearly 280 illustrations, which include 200 photographs that show the diversity of the taxa and beauty of their preservation. The colored life restorations, elegantly done by some of China's most celebrated scientific illustrators, give a kiss of life to the dead bones. Although targeted primarily at an educated public, the book is also an invaluable source of information for students and professionals in paleontology, geology, evolutionary biology and science education in general. Authoritative introduction to an exciting, classic Mesozoic site home to many of the world's most important and best preserved fossils Clear informative text accessible to the professional and lay reader alike Over 200 high quality photographs of a wide range of extraordinary fossils Beautiful colour paintings depicting reconstructed animals and plants in lifelike landscapes Lavish, large format, high quality production
The Jehol Biota
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Author : Miman Zhang
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2003
The Jehol Biota written by Miman Zhang and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2003 with Fossils categories.
Birds Of Stone
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Author : Luis M. Chiappe
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2016-11
Birds Of Stone written by Luis M. Chiappe and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11 with Nature categories.
Captivating photographs of the world’s most detailed bird fossils illuminate the early diversity of avifauna. When fossils of birds from China’s Jehol region first appeared in scientific circles, the world took notice. These Mesozoic masterpieces are between 120 and 131 million years old and reveal incredible details that capture the diversity of ancient bird life. Paleontologists all over the world began to collaborate with Chinese colleagues as new and wondrous fossil-related discoveries became regular events. The pages of National Geographic and major scientific journals described the intricate views of feathers as well as food still visible in the guts of these ancient birds. Now, for the first time, a sweeping collection of the most interesting of Jehol’s avian fossils is on display in this beautiful book. Birds of Stone makes visible the unexpected avian diversity that blanketed the earth just a short time (geologically speaking) after a dinosaur lineage gave rise to the first birds. Our visual journey through these fossils is guided by Luis M. Chiappe, a world expert on early birds, and Meng Qingjin, a leading figure in China's natural history museum community. Together, they help us understand the "meaning" of each fossil by providing straightforward narratives that accompany the full-page photographs of the Jehol discoveries. Anyone interested in the history of life—from paleontologists to inquisitive birders—will find Birds of Stone an irresistible feast for the eyes and mind.
Evolution Of Fossil Ecosystems
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Author : Paul Selden
language : en
Publisher: Elsevier
Release Date : 2012-12-31
Evolution Of Fossil Ecosystems written by Paul Selden and has been published by Elsevier this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-12-31 with Science categories.
The first edition of Evolution of Fossil Ecosystems was widely praised for its coverage and approach in describing and illustrating 14 well-known fossil sites from around the world. The authors have now updated the text and added 6 new chapters with many new color illustrations. Following a general introduction to fossil Lagerstätten, each chapter deals with a single site and follows the same format: its evolutionary position and significance; its background sedimentology, stratigraphy and palaeoenvironment; a description of the biota and palaeoecology; a comparison with other similar Lagerstätten; and a list of relevant museums and suggestions for visiting the sites. This study of exceptionally well-preserved fossil sites from different periods in geological time provides a picture of the evolution of ecosystems through the ages. Covers several sites that are not listed in other Lagerstatten books making this the most comprehensive book on the topic; Beautifully illustrated throughout with more than 450 color photographs and diagrams; Provides value to a wide range of students and professionals in palaeontology and related sciences.
Avian Evolution
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Author : Gerald Mayr
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2016-09-08
Avian Evolution written by Gerald Mayr and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-09-08 with Science categories.
Knowledge of the evolutionary history of birds has much improved in recent decades. Fossils from critical time periods are being described at unprecedented rates and modern phylogenetic analyses have provided a framework for the interrelationships of the extant groups. This book gives an overview of the avian fossil record and its paleobiological significance, and it is the only up-to-date textbook that covers both Mesozoic and more modern-type Cenozoic birds in some detail. The reader is introduced to key features of basal avians and the morphological transformations that have occurred in the evolution towards modern birds. An account of the Cenozoic fossil record sheds light on the biogeographic history of the extant avian groups and discusses fossils in the context of current phylogenetic hypotheses. This review of the evolutionary history of birds not only addresses students and established researchers, but it may also be a useful source of information for anyone else with an interest in the evolution of birds and a moderate background in biology and geology.
Terrestrial Conservation Lagerstatten
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Author : Nicholas Fraser
language : en
Publisher: Liverpool University Press
Release Date : 2018-01-01
Terrestrial Conservation Lagerstatten written by Nicholas Fraser and has been published by Liverpool University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-01-01 with Science categories.
A collection of papers reviewing selected conservation Lagerstätten for terrestrial animals and plants throughout the Phanerozoic worldwide. The synthesis details recent progress in documenting the biodiversity of such extraordinary fossil deposits and elucidating the geological conditions for and biogeochemical processes behind their formation.
Mesozoic Biological Events And Ecosystems In East Asia
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Author : S-C. Chang
language : en
Publisher: Geological Society of London
Release Date : 2022-08-11
Mesozoic Biological Events And Ecosystems In East Asia written by S-C. Chang and has been published by Geological Society of London this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-08-11 with Science categories.
Mesozoic Biological Events and Ecosystems in East Asia covers a wide range of topics, encompassing palaeoenvironments, palaeoecosystems and important vertebrate, invertebrate and plant fossils, some found in amber with excellent preservation of delicate morphological features. Fifty-three authors from a number of different disciplines – geochronology, palaeontology, stratigraphy, sedimentology, tectonics and geochemistry – contribute to the 18 articles in the volume. Well-preserved fossils and rocks continue to be found from marine and terrestrial sediments across East Asia. Over some years, the palaeontological and geological evidence discovered from this region has significantly improved our understanding of Mesozoic environments. In discussing feathered dinosaurs, primitive birds, early mammals, diverse insects, amber inclusions, the oldest-known flowers and research utilizing new, advanced methods, this volume explores Earth’s history in even greater detail. What other exciting discoveries are waiting to be unveiled in the future?
Bernissart Dinosaurs And Early Cretaceous Terrestrial Ecosystems
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Author : Pascal Godefroit
language : en
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Release Date : 2012-07-05
Bernissart Dinosaurs And Early Cretaceous Terrestrial Ecosystems written by Pascal Godefroit and has been published by Indiana University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-05 with Science categories.
In 1878, the first complete dinosaur skeleton was discovered in a coal mine in Bernissart, Belgium. Iguanodon, first described by Gideon Mantell on the basis of fragments discovered in England in 1824, was initially reconstructed as an iguana-like reptile or a heavily built, horned quadruped. However, the Bernissart skeleton changed all that. The animal was displayed in an upright posture similar to a kangaroo, and later with its tail off the ground like the dinosaur we know of today. Focusing on the Bernissant discoveries, this book presents the latest research on Iguanodon and other denizens of the Cretaceous ecosystems of Europe, Asia, and Africa. Pascal Godefroit and contributors consider the Bernissart locality itself and the new research programs that are underway there. The book also presents a systematic revision of Iguanodon; new material from Spain, Romania, China, and Kazakhstan; studies of other Early Cretaceous terrestrial ecosystems; and examinations of Cretaceous vertebrate faunas.
When Dinosaurs Conquered The Skies
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Author : Jingmai O'Connor
language : en
Publisher: QED Publishing
Release Date : 2022-11
When Dinosaurs Conquered The Skies written by Jingmai O'Connor and has been published by QED Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-11 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
From the Incredible Evolution series, this book looks at the fascinating development of the birds of today from their dinosaur origins.
Birds Of Stone
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Author : Luis M. Chiappe
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2016-11-01
Birds Of Stone written by Luis M. Chiappe and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-11-01 with Science categories.
Captivating photographs of the world’s most detailed bird fossils illuminate the early diversity of avifauna. When fossils of birds from China’s Jehol region first appeared in scientific circles, the world took notice. These Mesozoic masterpieces are between 120 and 131 million years old and reveal incredible details that capture the diversity of ancient bird life. Paleontologists all over the world began to collaborate with Chinese colleagues as new and wondrous fossil-related discoveries became regular events. The pages of National Geographic and major scientific journals described the intricate views of feathers as well as food still visible in the guts of these ancient birds. Now, for the first time, a sweeping collection of the most interesting of Jehol’s avian fossils is on display in this beautiful book. Birds of Stone makes visible the unexpected avian diversity that blanketed the earth just a short time (geologically speaking) after a dinosaur lineage gave rise to the first birds. Our visual journey through these fossils is guided by Luis M. Chiappe, a world expert on early birds, and Meng Qingjin, a leading figure in China's natural history museum community. Together, they help us understand the "meaning" of each fossil by providing straightforward narratives that accompany the full-page photographs of the Jehol discoveries. Anyone interested in the history of life—from paleontologists to inquisitive birders—will find Birds of Stone an irresistible feast for the eyes and mind.
