Contents
1. An Introduction to Spiders
2. Functional Anatomy
3. Metabolism
4. Neurobiology
5. Spider Webs
6. Locomotion and Prey Capture
7. Reproduction
8. Development
9. Ecology
10. Phylogeny and Systematics
A recognized authority on spiders, Rainer F. Foelix studied Biology in both Germany and Switzerland, and obtained his PhD in Zoology. His spider research started in Peter Witt´s lab in Raleigh, NC, and focused on the sensory organs of orb web spiders. His studies were later expanded to other arachnid orders (ticks, scorpions, whip spiders) and to insects and selected veretebrates.
Praise for Biology of Spiders, 2nd Edition:
"The biology of spiders often receives only cursory treatment in
invertebrate zoology textbooks. This superb volume corrects this
deficiency. It is an excellent primary textbook for an arachnology
course or a supplementary one for an invertebrate zoology or
entomology course. It is also a good introduction for anyone
interested in this fascinating group of organisms. . . . No other
general textbook on spiders exists that is as current and
informative as the Biology of Spiders."-The Quarterly
Review of Biology
Praise for Biology of Spiders, 2nd Edition:
"The reader who wishes to go beyond the more general books on
spiders but not become entangled in highly technical monographs
will find this attractive and moderately sized volume rewarding. It
is very readable for anyone with a basic understanding of biology
and chemistry and, of course, the desire to learn. . . . An
excellent choice for undergraduates and above."-Choice
"This is one amazing book. I would call this the ultimate book when
it comes to spiders. There is an endless amount of fascinating
information for the amateur naturalist like me and for the
professional arachnologist. I commend the author and publisher for
a book that is of
value to both groups. The first edition was written in 1979, but no
need to worry about obsolescence: 500 new references have been
added since the 2nd edition." -- Mike van den Tillaart
"It remains the first port of call for anyone initiating any study
of the spiders, while also becoming an essential reference for
established researchers and teachers of invertebrate biology." --
Trends in Ecology and Evolution
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