zoology [n.]

1. the scientific study of the behaviour, structure, physiology, classification, and distribution of animals. 2. the animal life of a particular region or geological period. DERIVATIVES zoological, adjective; zoologically, adverb; zoologist, noun.
- ORIGIN from Greek zoion ‘animal’.

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This page looks at topics A to F covering Annual Review information, Applied Entomology, Australian Biogeography, Animal Population Ecology, Behavioural & Physiological Ecology, Behavioural Ecology, Coral Reefs, Databases, Entomology and Evolution.

The Second Page looks at topics beginning G to Z and covers Invertebrate Zoology, Journals, Magazines, Marine Biology & Ecology, Parasitology, Vertebrate Zoology and other general Zoological information.

Information is aimed at undergraduate level and is listed in alphabetical groupings. Some information may be useful at a higher level.

Be aware some units/topics have different titles at different universities, even though content may be the same or similar. Australian information is supplied wherever possible.

Additional unit material will be included as time permits.

If you are aware of any worthwhile information which is not included, suggestions or additions are welcome and will be given every consideration.

A - F

Annual Reviews

Access reviews of research and discovery [abstracts, full text, PDF]. The beginning decade follows the link.

• Annual Review of Entomology
  [1950s]
• Annual Review of Marine Science
  [2000s]

Applied Entomology

Australian, international links, information, graphics, articles.

• Applied Entomology & Zoology Database
  Selective documentation in a database. Check specific requirements.
• Centre for Applied Entomology and Parasitology
  Resources in three main areas.
• Entomological Links
  Extensive list of links.
• Entomology Index of Internet Resources
  ‘The Entomology Index of Internet Resources is an attempt to organise the thousands of informational resources available to entomologists. The site has been recognised in Science magazine, among other places. The intent of this site is to maintain a collaborative database of useful sites and organise them in a usable manner. In this way, this site serves as a “jumping-off point” for all entomology sites’.
  Highly Recommended !
• Entomology Research Guide
  ‘Brief, selected guide to entomology information resources’. Some not online.
• Journal of Applied Entomology

Australian Biogeography [Flora & Fauna]

Links, information, graphics, articles, more.

• Australia - BIO Members & Web Site Links
  Access Australian companies and organisations in the bio field. You will need to scan through the list for these.
• Australia’s Biodiversity
  Publications bibliography from Environment Australia.
• Fauna Databases and Online Resources
  Australia Fauna. A similar page covering Flora Databases and Online Resources can be found here. Australian Biological Resources Study.
• Australian Mammals Research Projects
  Research. Some email links to people - use Research link.
• CSIRO Publishing - Books [ & CDs]
  Publications, resources.
  Those for Australian flora and fauna at Australian Flora and Fauna Series.
• AVH, Map Search Interface
  Part of the Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research through Australia’s Virtual Herbarium. Search, overlay, display, any combination of these.
• Interim Biogeographic Regionalisation for Australia
  Information, database, map.
• State of the Environment Australia
  Most recent information.
• Tropical Savannas CRC
  Vegetation research in Northern Territory, including maps.

Animal Population Ecology

Australian, international links, information, graphics, articles, more.

• Animal Population Ecology
  Annotated links.
• Inventory Methods for Small Mammals
  Canadian article.
• Population Dynamics of Forest Defoliating Insects
• Population Ecology Reference List
  Courses, publications, bibliographies, topics, related areas.

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Behavioural & Physiological Ecology

Information, graphics, journals, articles.

• Ecophysiology
  Information, embedded links, references, external links. From Wikipedia.
• Ecological Society of America
  Physiological Ecology Section. ‘Promotes research, teaching, communication in physiological ecology of both animals and plants’.
• Physiological Ecology
  Information, embedded links, definition, more. From Answers.

Behavioural Ecology

• Behavioural Ecology
  Sparknote presentation from Barnes & Noble.
• Behavioural Ecology and Sociobiology
  Online version of the journal.
• Behavioural Ecology - Archive of Issues by Date
  Abstracts, PDF, full text articles.
• CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems
  Links, reference tools, library.
• CSIRO Sustainable Ecosystems - Library Services
  Ecology database, other information.
• Evolution - Behavioural Ecology
  Specialist study of Atlantic Salmon.
• Human Behavioural Ecology
  Article, bibliography.
• Links, Esteban Fernandez-Juricic
  Links to journals, animal behaviour, conservation biology.
• Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
  Behavioural Ecology.
• Yahoo ! Directory : Behavioural Ecology

Coral Reefs

• BUBL LINK - Coral Reefs
  Annotated links about coral reefs.
• Coral Reef Alliance
  ‘Promotes coral reef conservation around the world by working with the dive industry, governments, local communities and other organizations to protect and manage coral reefs, establish marine parks, fund conservation efforts, and raise public awareness with the mission to keep coral reefs alive for future generations’.
• Coral Reefs
  Articles, linked items.
• Coral Reefs [2]
  Formation, threats, types, structure, more.
• Coral Reef Information System
  Information on coral reefs and associated ecosystems from NOAA.
• Coral Reef News
  Information, on a daily basis from ScienceDaily.
• CRC Reef Research Centre
  Australian. ‘Research solutions to protect, conserve and restore the world’s coral reefs by ensuring industries and management are sustainable’.
• Eco-Portal Ocean-Coral Reefs
  Annotated links. New sections.
• Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority
  ‘The gateway for information on all aspects of the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park and World Heritage Area’.
• GBRMPA Image Library Search
  Part of Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority.
• Global Coral Disease Database
  UN database. This is the revised version. The following link will take you to a Different Version & Access.
• NOAA’s Coral Reef
  ‘The various NOAA Web sites on coral reefs. Some external links included’.
• NOAA Photo Library - Coral Kingdom
  4 main sections including Pacific reefs.
• ReefBase
  A Global Information System On Coral Reefs. ‘Information on coral reefs, designed to provide relevant data and information to reef managers, scientists, and the general public’.
• Reef Education Network, Welcome to the
  University of Queensland. ‘Helps you unlock some of the mysteries of the watery wonderlands we know as reefs’.
• Reef Relief
  ‘To Preserve and Protect Living Coral Reef Ecosystems through local, regional and international efforts’. Projects, coral reef ecosystem, scientific studies, brochures, image archive, more.
• Status of Coral Reefs of the World 2008
  Annotated detail. PDF files of all, or separate, chapters.
• World Atlas of Coral Reefs
  A related dataset from the same source is the Global Coral Reef Distribution [2010].
• Yahoo ! : Marine Ecosystems, Coral Reefs
  Annotated links.

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Databases

• Class Mammalia
  Introduction, links to individual aspects, all sub-classes, related sites.
• ETI - World Biodiversity Database
  ‘Continuously growing taxonomic database and information system that aims at documenting all presently known species [about 1.7 million]. Access to this online information system is Free for non-commercial use’.
• Freshwater and Marine Image Bank
  ‘Ongoing digital collection of images related to freshwater and marine topics’.

Entomology

• Department of Entomology, National History Museum
  Smithsonian Institution. Databases, more.
• Directory of Entomology Departments and Institutes
• EntoHome
  CSIRO : research, resources, news, general information.
• Entomology Index of Internet Resources
  ‘Directory and search engine of insect related resources on the Internet’.
• Entomology Internet Resources
  Annotated links.
• Entomology Links
  Sections from Ants to Search Engines.
• Insects
  Macrophotography, cultural digest, links, educational resources.
• Introduction to Forensic Entomology
  ‘The application of the study of insects and other arthropods to legal issues’.
• More Insect Information
  Check sites on the Insects page.
• Radar Entomology
  ‘The technique and science of using radar to study insect movement’.
• Western Australian Department of Agriculture [Entomology]
  Search, database, pest collection, projects, publications, news.

Evolution

• BBC - Evolution of Man
  From The Mother of Man to The Next Evolution.
• Charles Darwin
  Biography, writings, journal of the Beagle, natural selection theory, other information, references, citations, further links. From Wikipedia.
• Steve Jones on Charles Darwin
  ‘Originally broadcast on ABC Radio National’s Life Matters on 29th Jan 2009. Presenter : Richard Aedy Producer : Jane Shields’. Hear about his life and work. With geneticist and writer Steve Jones, Professor of Genetics, University College London. Downloadable 18 minute recording. Part of the ABC Pool process.
• Bio eJournals
  Harvard listing.
• Evolution
  The Origin and Subsequent Elaboration of the Chromosomal Hypothesis of Hybrid Sterility. Sectional approach covering articles, information.
• Evolution [New Scientist]
  Main topic page in New Scientist. Among special links from this page are those listed below.

• Evolution : 24 Myths and Misconceptions
  ‘New Scientist’s guide to some of the most common myths and misconceptions about Evolution’. Includes both Shared and Creationist myths.
  Highly Recommended !
• FAQ : Evolution
  Multi-page document targetting specific questions.
• Why Darwin Was Wrong About The Tree Of Life
  January 2009, multi-page article.

• Harvard Department of MCB - More Biology Links
• Sites listed on the Archaeology page may also be useful.

Myths & Misconceptions

Looks at myths and misconceptions and arguments used by opponents of evolution.

• Index to Creationist Claims
  Links listed under bullet points, in topic areas, from Evolution is the foundation of an immoral worldview to Design requires a designer. Hundreds to consider.
• Misconceptions About Evolution and The Mechanisms Of Evolution
  ‘Unfortunately, people have misconceptions about evolution. Some are simple misunderstandings; ideas that develop in the course of learning about evolution, possibly from school experiences and/or from the media. Other misconceptions may stem from purposeful attempts to interfere with the understanding of evolution. A series of common misconceptions about evolution that link to responses which correct these misconceptions’.

• Welcome to Evolutionary Research !
  Similar to SETI if interested. Also has downloads.
• Yahoo ! Directory - Biology : Evolution

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