Mark Grygier (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the world of Parascothorax synagogoides, a fascinating species of parasitic crustacean that lives exclusively within the bodies of brittle stars. The author, a leading expert on ascothoracidan biology, provides a comprehensive overview of the species, from its unique anatomy and life cycle to its intricate relationship with its host. Through a detailed examination of morphology, ontogeny, and demography, the book delves into the complex interactions between parasite and host, shedding light on the evolutionary strategies that have allowed Parascothorax to survive and thrive in the harsh environment of the deep sea. Ultimately, this book offers a valuable contribution to our understanding of the diversity and complexity of life in the deep sea. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.