Dividied into two parts, the first looks at regional heterothermy. The second, deals with torpor and hibernation. Note the content may be difficult for some readers. Based on lecture notes, this site examines what is homeostasis, temperature regulation, water and food regulation. Presented in note form.
Temperature Regulation Learn more on temperature regulation, poikilotherms and homeotherms.
This tutorial provides excellent photographs and movies on cleavage, neurulation, fertilisation and gastrulation in amphibians. This interactive site at The Biology Project, allows students to answer questions as they progress through the tutorial. Also linked to other related web sites. This is a modular resource to facilitate learning in developmental biology. A brief introduction to the effects various drugs can have in pregnanacy and on the newborn child.