Ethology and animal behaviour Books

Book SynopsisUnlock the secret code of cats for a deeper connection with the feline in your life.Have you ever wondered why your cats behave the way they do? This authoritative guide has all the answers! Cats can be quite sensitive to their surroundings, and sometimes their behaviour can leave you scratching your head. Discover what''s really behind those things cats do - whether they''re amusing, irritating, or just downright bizarre.What''s My Cat Thinking will help cat lovers build a deeper connection with the feline in their lives. Inside, you''ll find: - Accurate descriptions of behaviour will help you understand your cat''s body language nuances and act accordingly - Advanced Catwatching features put the spotlight on key behaviours such as sofa-scratching- Survival Guides offer top tips for managing challenges such as moving house, or introducing a new cat into the family.- A fun book for cat people t

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Book SynopsisCHOICE 'Highly Recommended for all readers' June 2021 Vol. 58 No. 10This stunningly illustrated book goes far beyond a run-of-the-mill nature guide. It explores the fascinating life histories of Britainâs freshwater fishes, a group of animals which, despite their importance and ubiquity in our diverse still and flowing fresh waters, has before now been rarely regarded and respected as 'wildlife'. Our native fishes tend generally to be considered as simply something for anglers to catch or for people to eat, yet they work enormously hard for us. Author Mark Everard, avid nature-watcher, angler and scientist, shows how freshwater fish provide food, ornamentation, sport and cultural identity, and highlights their huge importance for conservation as part of the living ecosystems upon which we all depend. He dives into the mysteries moving below the surface of our rivers and lakes, bringing the wonderful and fascinating world of the diversity of British freshwater fish species into plain sight and into mind. This unique book features over 100 full-colour photographs by pioneering photographer and filmmaker Jack Perks, whose work has featured on BBC Springwatch, The One Show and Countryfile. The book is filled with technical detail useful to conservationists and biology students. Most importantly, it is also presented in an accessible, visually attractive and engaging manner that will appeal to anybody with an interest in the natural world: the conservation-minded public, the angling community, and our nation of wildlife enthusiasts.Whatever your background, this book will open your eyes to our freshwater fishy wealth, and the many ways in which it enriches our lives.Trade ReviewThis book is an excellent read and opens your eyes to the secretive world of freshwater fish. Even as someone who has been involved with fish and fisheries for all of their professional life, I still found out lots of things I didn't know. I particularly liked the chapter on what have freshwater fishes ever done for us, and who doesn't like to dig a bit deeper into the weird and wonderful sex lives of fish? This book would make a great addition to the bookshelves of anyone who works with, or is interested in, fish and their biology. You cannot fail to pick it up and learn something new, even if you think you know all there is to know about fish. Paul Coulson MIFM MIfL, Director of Operations, Institute of Fisheries ManagementMark‘s mastery of ‘everyman‘ science and Jack‘s outstanding wildlife photography make this a game changing reference book, bridging the gap between anglers and fishery scientists and opening the full depth and breadth of our fish fauna up to the public. It is an outstanding work, and one to which I shall regularly refer.Ian Welch, Fishery scientist and angling writerWhen Jack told me last year that he was working on this with Mark my first thought was wow! A combination between Jack and Mark? I must buy that book when it comes out. My second thought was oh, I hope it is not going to be another technical book on freshwater fish – I have loads of those. Thankfully my first impulse was the right one. Yes, there is loads on life cycles, feeding habits and sex life of freshwater fish, but described in a very engaging manner – you can tell they are both anglers. Plus there are some fascinating facts and details: did you know that a salmon is a closer relative to a camel than a Hag Fish? Did you know that during the war they canned perch in Lancaster, adding Yorkshire relish and tomatoes (didn’t catch on)? Did you know that in 1808 sticklebacks were so plentiful in the fens that they were netted and used as a fertilizer on the fields? Did you know that in America they use Blue Gill Sunfish to protect against terrorist acts? If you didn’t then buy the book and read it!"Mark Owen, Head of Freshwater, Angling Trust An accessible and comprehensive guide to the fascinating lives of British freshwater fishes.Matthew Ford, IUCN Freshwater Fish Specialist GroupFor those who enjoy the eel, the chapter suitably headed ‘Curious and Curiouser’ is illuminating with many new stories. Highly recommended, especially and fittingly as eel numbers are slowly increasing.Andrew Kerr, Chairman, Sustainable Eel Group (SEG)Here is a book on British freshwater fish, unlike any other I’ve come across, and it’s one that is long overdue. Wonderfully written, it is spawned from genuine passion. Evident at every page is a life-long, deep love of everything piscatorial and born of sweet water. What it is not is a dry field guide, nor a technical tome or a book of fishermen’s tale. This book plunges you beneath the surface in more than one sense. If you’ve ever snorkeled with freshwater fish you’re halfway there, but if you haven’t Jack Perks’ amazing photographs of wild fish in situ take you. The book makes fish relevant in both pictures and words. It shows them as essential constituents of ecosystem as well as their importance to us economically while at the same time revealing to us their true beauty... Chapters explore their personalities, biomechanics, cultural history, evolution, economic value, sex lives, diet… in fact, all the things that existing books on the subject leave us wanting for. It’s inclusive too- 10-spined stickleback, vendace and the excruciatingly rare spined loach, to name a few, all get fair representation. If you’ve got a thing for fins, this is for you.Nick Baker, TV presenter, author and naturalistI wish this is the book was available when I was teaching fisheries science, not because it is a text book but because it is a true Natural History book. This is the highest compliment I can pay any book, particularly one about fish and fisheries. This sort of book is lacking in recent publications on our fishy world. The writing is accessible, engaging and entertaining and needless to say the pictures are first rate... It is beautifully written and superbly illustrated, to give a fascinating insight into the world of the fish, that will engage any reader. I sincerely hope that it will find a wide readership, not only within the fisheries management world but also amongst anglers and hopefully further afield to anyone interested in our natural world. Ian Welby in FISH 2020, Issue 3This book is an excellent read and opens your eyes to the secretive world of freshwater fish. Even as someone who has been involved with fish and fisheries for all of their professional life, I still found out lots of things I didn't know. I particularly liked the chapter on what have freshwater fishes ever done for us, and who doesn't like to dig a bit deeper into the weird and wonderful sex lives of fish? This book would make a great addition to the bookshelves of anyone who works with, or is interested in, fish and their biology. You cannot fail to pick it up and learn something new, even if you think you know all there is to know about fish. Paul Coulson MIFM MIfL, Director of Operations, Institute of Fisheries ManagementMark‘s mastery of ‘everyman‘ science and Jack‘s outstanding wildlife photography make this a game changing reference book, bridging the gap between anglers and fishery scientists and opening the full depth and breadth of our fish fauna up to the public. It is an outstanding work, and one to which I shall regularly refer.Ian Welch, Fishery scientist and angling writerWhen Jack told me last year that he was working on this with Mark my first thought was wow! A combination between Jack and Mark? I must buy that book when it comes out. My second thought was oh, I hope it is not going to be another technical book on freshwater fish – I have loads of those. Thankfully my first impulse was the right one. Yes, there is loads on life cycles, feeding habits and sex life of freshwater fish, but described in a very engaging manner – you can tell they are both anglers. Plus there are some fascinating facts and details: did you know that a salmon is a closer relative to a camel than a Hag Fish? Did you know that during the war they canned perch in Lancaster, adding Yorkshire relish and tomatoes (didn’t catch on)? Did you know that in 1808 sticklebacks were so plentiful in the fens that they were netted and used as a fertilizer on the fields? Did you know that in America they use Blue Gill Sunfish to protect against terrorist acts? If you didn’t then buy the book and read it!"Mark Owen, Head of Freshwater, Angling Trust An accessible and comprehensive guide to the fascinating lives of British freshwater fishes.Matthew Ford, IUCN Freshwater Fish Specialist GroupFor those who enjoy the eel, the chapter suitably headed ‘Curious and Curiouser’ is illuminating with many new stories. Highly recommended, especially and fittingly as eel numbers are slowly increasing.Andrew Kerr, Chairman, Sustainable Eel Group (SEG)Here is a book on British freshwater fish, unlike any other I’ve come across, and it’s one that is long overdue. Wonderfully written, it is spawned from genuine passion. Evident at every page is a life-long, deep love of everything piscatorial and born of sweet water. What it is not is a dry field guide, nor a technical tome or a book of fishermen’s tale. This book plunges you beneath the surface in more than one sense. If you’ve ever snorkeled with freshwater fish you’re halfway there, but if you haven’t Jack Perks’ amazing photographs of wild fish in situ take you. The book makes fish relevant in both pictures and words. It shows them as essential constituents of ecosystem as well as their importance to us economically while at the same time revealing to us their true beauty. Chapters explore their personalities, biomechanics, cultural history, evolution, economic value, sex lives, diet… in fact, all the things that existing books on the subject leave us wanting for. It’s inclusive too- 10-spined stickleback, vendace and the excruciatingly rare spined loach, to name a few, all get fair representation. If you’ve got a thing for fins, this is for you.Nick Baker, TV presenter, author and naturalistI wish this is the book was available when I was teaching fisheries science, not because it is a text book but because it is a true Natural History book. This is the highest compliment I can pay any book, particularly one about fish and fisheries. This sort of book is lacking in recent publications on our fishy world. The writing is accessible, engaging and entertaining and needless to say the pictures are first rate... It is beautifully written and superbly illustrated, to give a fascinating insight into the world of the fish, that will engage any reader. I sincerely hope that it will find a wide readership, not only within the fisheries management world but also amongst anglers and hopefully further afield to anyone interested in our natural world. Ian Welby in FISH 2020, Issue 3Table of ContentsAuthor. Photographer. Introduction. What is a fish? What have freshwater fishes ever done for us? Knowing your way round a fish. The piscatorial dramatis personae. Freshwater fish ecosystems. Sex lives of the British freshwater fishes. The things that Britain’s freshwater fishes eat. The curious world of Britain’s freshwater fishes. The curious and curiouser world of the European eel. Conservation. Management of fresh waters for fish. Fish twitching. So what have we learned about Britain’s freshwater fishes? Further reading. Appendix 1: Glossary. Appendix 2: Distribution maps of British freshwater fishes. Appendix 3: The tendency of British freshwater leuciscine fishes to hybridise. Appendix 4: Key identification features of British freshwater cyprinid fishes. Appendix 5: Freshwater fishes banned under UK legislation. Appendix 6: Fish species scheduled for conservation action. Index.

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Book SynopsisAn enlightening and entertaining account of the unique relationship between humans and their pets. It offers a delightful insight into animal and human thinking and feeling. An essential companion for all dog lovers!Trade Review'A book that is provocative and informative, and profoundly civilizing.' - The New York Times'A book that is provocative and informative, and profoundly civilizing.' – The New York Times

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Book SynopsisInterest in canine massage and physical therapy has grown as greater emphasis is placed on the general fitness and agility of dogs, as pets and as sporting animals. This book details the prevention, management and treatment of movement and allied disorders. It encompasses detailed assessments, treatment programmes that involve hands-on therapy along with dynamic remedial and strengthening techniques using exercise plans.Following succinct discussion of the relevant canine anatomy and physiology, the authors provide chapters on each of the key topics: movement and muscles; exercise; preparation for sports performance; rehabilitation techniques; massage and physical therapy; and common relevant pathologies affecting dogs.Physical Therapy and Massage for the Dog is of interest to all those involved in canine welfare including veterinary practitioners, veterinary students, therapists, dog owners and dog trainers.Trade Review"The seven chapters are supported with nicely presented coloured photographs, images and diagrams .. . This is certainly a book that anyone interested in an introduction to physical therapy and massage for the dog will enjoy."—Veterinary RecordTable of Contents1. Anatomy and physiology, comparative anatomy, skeletal system, muscular system, fascia, systems in brief-circulatory, lymphatic, skin, neuromuscular physiology 2. How a dog moves, Muscles, Observations of possible muscular issues, Muscle Chart 3. Exercise/activity preparation, exercise and conditioning for dog and handler, movement of the jumping dog, warming up, pre and post event massage, passive movement, how to recognise and manage minor muscular injur 4. Rehabilitation techniques, appropriate exercise, passive movement and its role in rehabilitation, hydrotherapy 5. Massage and physical therapy, history of animal massage, techniques and effects, contraindications, treatment of lesions/injuries and scarring 6. Common pathologies, arthritis, OCD etc.

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Book SynopsisThere are many introductions to the animal ethics literature. There arenât many introductions to the practice of doing animal ethics. Bob Fischerâs Animal Ethics: A Contemporary Introduction fills that gap, offering an accessible model of how animal ethics can be done today. The book takes up classic issues, such as the ethics of eating meat and experimenting on animals, but tackles them in an empirically informed and nuanced way. It also covers a range of relatively neglected issues in animal ethics, such as the possibility of insect sentience and the ethics of dealing with pests. Finally, the book doesnât assess every current practice using standard ethical theories, but tries to evaluate some of them using the moral frameworks endorsed by those involved. So, for instance, there is a chapter on the way that animal care and use committees try to justify some of the educational uses of animals, and the chapter on zoos considers the way that international zoological societiesTrade Review"Bob Fischer’s book is a fantastic and unorthodox introduction to animal ethics. It’s highly readable, appealingly honest, firmly grounded in real-life cases, and challenges readers to think for themselves."Clare Palmer, Texas A&M University"This is an excellent introduction to animal ethics, both its various moral frameworks and the range of issues related to nonhuman animals. Its nuanced exploration of animal ethics is written in a style that is simultaneously accessible and engaging to newcomers to this topic and insightful and productively provocative for readers with extensive experience thinking about these issues. From a teaching perspective, this introduction makes many valuable observations and raises important questions for thinking about how to approach these topics. It is both a fantastic introduction and a valuable tool for prompting deeper discussions in more advanced courses."Elan Abrell, New York UniversityTable of Contents1. Introduction 2. The Moral Community 3. Animal Minds 4. Welfare and Death 5. Moral Theory 6. Animal Agriculture and Aquaculture 7. Production and Consumption Ethics 8. Fishing 9. International Animal Care and Use Committees 10. Animal Research 11. Zoos 12. Pests 13. Companion Animals 14. Activism 15. Conclusion

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Book SynopsisDespite originating more than two-and-a-half thousand years ago, Aesop''s Fables are still passed on from parent to child, and are embedded in our collective consciousness. The morals we have learned from these tales continue to inform our judgements, but have the stories also informed how we regard their animal protagonists? Are wolves deceptive villains? Are crows insightful geniuses? And could a tortoise really beat a hare in a race? What truths about the animal world lie behind these tales?In Aesop''s Animals, zoologist Jo Wimpenny turns a critical eye to the fables to examine the science behind Aesop''s portrayal of the animal kingdom. She brings the tales into the twenty-first century, introducing the latest findings from the world of behavioural ecology the study of why animals do the things they do, in areas such as tool use, plans and projections, self-recognition, cooperation and deception. How close to verifiable scientific truths do these ancient tales laTrade ReviewCome for the fables and stay for the behavioral research in this jam-packed but delightful collection … Aesop’s Animals is both an intense and playful look at how humans — storytellers and scientists alike — consider the mysteries inside the creatures with whom we share this planet. * Scientific American *A spirited romp through modern cognitive ethology. * Wall Street Journal *Engaging and comprehensive, this is highly readable popular science. * Hannah Beckerman, The Observer *Every once in a publisher’s blue moon, along comes a book so simple and original in its concept that it verges on brilliance and 1,000 science and nature writers howl: "Why did we not think of it?" Such is Aesop’s Animals by zoologist Jo Wimpenny, which does precisely what it says on the lid: it puts the anthropomorphic fables of Aesop under the electron microscope of modern science. […] a clever cadastral survey of animal behavioural studies. * Country Life *I simply couldn't put it down. The clever ways in which Wimpenny weaves in current scientific facts about topics including future planning, tool use, self-recognition, cooperation, and deception with Aesop's lessons was spellbinding. * Psychology Today *Wimpenny has the knack for bringing interesting research to life with anecdotes without obscuring the more significant challenges of determining just what animals can do and what they may be thinking. * Wellbeing International *Wimpenny pumps life into the hard science and keeps her discussions accessible, offering plenty of insight into how humans interpret the natural world. * Publishers Weekly *Table of ContentsPreface 1: The Crow and the Pitcher 2: The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing 3: The Dog and its Shadow 4: The Ass Carrying the Image 5: The Fox and the Crow 6: The Lion and the Shepherd 7: The Monkey and the Fisherman 8: The Ants and the Grasshopper 9: The Hare and the Tortoise Epilogue Selected Bibliography Acknowledgements Index

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE 2022 BARKER BOOK AWARDS FOR NON-FICTION.Heartwarming.' THE TIMESA delightful read.' KATE MACDOUGALLJust the thing for dog lovers.' PUBLISHERS WEEKLYBrilliant.' PROFESSOR ALICE ROBERTSAmusing and enlightening.' COUNTRYMANFascinating and eye-opening.' DR JESS FRENCHA wonderful book!' VIRGINIA MORRELLProfound.' THE GUARDIANHow dogs defied science and changed the way we think about animalsWhat do dogs really think of us? What do dogs know and understand of the world? Do their emotions feel like our own? Do they love like we do?Driven by his own love of dogs, Charles Darwin was nagged by questions like these. To root out answers, his contemporaries toyed with dog sign language. To reveal clues, they made special puzzle boxes and elaborate sniff tests using old socks. Later, the same perennial questions about the minds of dogs drove Pavlov and Pasteur to unspeakable cruelty in theiTrade ReviewA brilliant history of how we came to know our best friends better – the trials and tribulations, the highs and lows. Jules Howard reveals how we came to know dogs better and how that’s helped us understand ourselves. * Professor Alice Roberts, biological anthropologist, broadcaster and author of 'Ancestors' *Full of insight and brilliantly researched, Wonderdog is a delightful read and a fascinating look at how much more there is to learn from man’s best friend. * Kate MacDougall, author of 'London’s No. 1 Dog Walking Agency' *The book about dogs I never knew I needed, full of answers to questions I never thought to ask. A fascinating and eye-opening read for anyone that has ever loved a dog. * Dr Jess French, veterinarian, zoologist, broadcaster and author of 'Puppy Talk' *With Wonderdog, Jules Howard explores the highs and the lows of science's sometimes troubled relationship with the domesticated wolf with which we share our homes and lives. With his characteristic lightness of touch, Howard takes us on journey of discovery that will leave no dog lover unmoved and no dog hater unconverted. A splendid, entertaining and hugely informative read! * Professor Adam Hart, scientist, broadcaster and author of 'Unfit for Purpose' *Turning wolves into dogs took knowledge, insight and a few cheeky treats along the way. This book contains all three and is the perfect companion to any dog lover. * Professor Ben Garrod, evolutionary biologist, primatologist and broadcaster *Howard does a masterful job blending the latest science with doses of common sense as he covers what we know and still need to know to give dogs the best lives possible. Wonderdog is a must-read. * Marc Bekoff, University of Colorado, author of 'Canine Confidential: Why Dogs Do What They Do' *Howard’s portrayals of the villains and heroes in the research world of the nineteenth and early-twentieth centuries makes for fascinating reading [...] his transformed view of love is a fitting end to an account describing the arc of dog research as bending towards just treatment for dogs. * Barbara J. King, anthropologist and author of 'Animals' Best Friends' *Wonderdog offers readers a whirlwind tour of 150 years of research on the minds and behavior of man’s best friend. From Darwin and Pavlov to the latest research in canine science, Wonderdog reflects first-rate scholarship yet reads like a detective novel. This book puts Jules Howard in the top ranks of contemporary science writers. * Hal Herzog, author of 'Some We Love, Some We Hate, Some We Eat: Why It’s So Hard to Think Straight About Animals' *Wonderdog is a paean to these clever, flexible, charming animals who sit and walk alongside us -- and also a humane, thoughtful consideration of the science using and about dogs. You'll want to read it with a dog by your side, so you can regularly turn to them admiringly and tickle their ears. * Alexandra Horowitz, professor and bestselling author of 'Inside of a Dog' *A wonderful book! I loved it. Informative and engaging. * Virginia Morrell, author of 'Animal Wise' *An informative homage to dogs and to the scientists who have tried to get to the bottom of dog psychology. -- Ysenda Maxine Graham * Daily Mail *Wonderdog succeeds in drawing readers in and delivering reliable scientific information packaged in compelling and sometimes heart-warming anecdotes. I have no doubt that even the science-phobic among dog lovers can find Wonderdog exhilarating. * Forbes *In his book Wonderdog, the zoologist Jules Howard writes that dogs, unlike wolves, make eye contact with humans. They have a specific facial muscle group for those “puppy dog eyes”, and after sustained human contact, according to one study, their oxytocin levels soared. The spike was much more pronounced in their owners, though. This directs us to the more important thrust of Howard’s book, which is that the question isn’t how well dogs love us; it’s how we are changed by loving dogs. Fascinating and profound. -- Zoe Williams * The Guardian *Amusing and enlightening [...] It's a celebration of "a vibrant and engaging era in the history of animal science", and a love-letter to man's best friend. -- Mark Whitley * Countryman *In Wonderdog, science writer Jules Howard explores how for centuries scientists have studied dogs … many gems are there. -- Julia Llewellyn Smith * The Mail on Sunday *Heartwarming -- Kevin Maher * The Times *Zoologist Howard (Death on Earth) enlists the help of veterinary professionals, psychologists, ethologists, neurologists, historians, and others in this eclectic history of dogs [...] Howard peppers in charming stories of his own childhood dog, Biff, giving the survey equal parts heft and heart: 'We had all the hallmarks of love for one another, Biff and I.' This is just the thing for dog lovers. * Publishers Weekly *This insightful historical account of the study of canine minds is essentially a love letter to science, through the good times and the bad [...] Engagingly written, 'Wonderdog' is a refreshing celebration of dogs' minds. * Your Dog *This book tells the fascinating story of how we came to understand the complex minds of dogs, while making key discoveries about ourselves along the way. * Woman's Own *Table of ContentsPrologue Introduction SECTION I: SIT, STAY 1: From the streets they came 2: Emancipation Day 3: Sacrificed for science 4: The Brown Dog Affair SECTION II: FETCH, RETRIEVE 5: Alpha, beta, doubter 6: Skinner, unboxed 7: The cognition ignition 8: How nature met nurture SECTION III: MEET, PLAY, LOVE 9: What is it like to be a dog? 10: Flip, the switch 11: The power of play 12: To see love coming Epilogue: ... and see love depart Acknowledgements Research notes and further reading Index

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Book SynopsisEvolution is a series of bets, and no animal gambles the way humans do. This has led us to unprecedented ecological dominance, via the steepest odds and unlikeliest of outcomes, but our winning streak cuts both ways: the secret to our success may yet be our downfall.The Gambling Animal offers a revelatory retelling of the human story. Drawing on their unique research into the management of risk by humans and other animals - including our most impressive compatriots, elephants - Glenn Harrison and Don Ross reveal the hidden logic of our rise. But with an ecological crisis on the horizon, how long can our winning streak continue?

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Book SynopsisEver wondered why your cat won't sit on your lap? Why she would suddenly watch the football on television, how she sees the world and what she thinks of you and your family? Prepare to enter the mind of your cat and revolutionise the way you see the world and your enigmatic pet.Bestselling cat author Celia Haddon and veterinary expert Dr Daniel Mills take you into the mind of your feline and, drawing on the latest scientific research, describe how your cat experiences the world. This is a unique book drawing on a wealth of veterinary science and studies, which relays those findings in a way that will amuse and delight owners. By placing you in the mind of your cat you will know what it's like physically, empirically, psychologically and emotionally to be your cat.Being Your Cat will fascinate and surprise those who wish to know the secret world of cats and reveals how their experiences don't always stray far from our own.

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Book SynopsisCompletely updated and revised, and synthesizing the recent explosion in animal welfare literature, the sixth edition of this best-selling textbook continues to provide a thorough overview of behaviour and welfare of companion and farm animals, including fish. The introductory section has been completely revised, with all following chapters updated, redesigned and improved to reflect our changing understanding. This edition includes: - New and revised chapters on climate change and sustainability, ethics, and philosophy to ensure that the book provides the latest information in a changing world; - New information on human interactions with other animal species, big data, modern technologies, brain function, emotions and behaviour; - Solutions and advice for common abnormal behaviours. Written by a world-leading expert and key opinion leader in animal behaviour and welfare, this text provides a highly accessible guide to the subject. It is an essential foundation for any veterinary, animal science, animal behaviour or welfare-focused undergraduate or graduate course.Table of Contents1: Introduction to Ideas and Measurement 1: One Biology, Ethics, Sentience and Sustainability 2: Behaviour and Welfare Concepts 3: Describing, Recording and Measuring Behaviour 2: Fundamental Topics 4: Learning, Cognition and Behaviour Development 5: Motivation 6: Evolution and Optimality 7: Welfare Assessment 3: Organization of Behaviour 8: Defence and Attack Behaviour 9: Finding and Acquiring Food 10: Body Care 11: Locomotion and Space Occupied 12: Exploration 13: Spacing Behaviour 14: Rest and Sleep 4: Reproductive and Social Behaviour 15: General Social Behaviour 16: Human–Domestic Animal Interactions 17: Seasonal and Reproductive Behaviour 18: Sexual Behaviour 5: Early and Parental Behaviour 19: Fetal and Parturient Behaviour 20: Maternal and Neonatal Behaviour 21: Juvenile and Play Behaviour 6: Welfare Topics 22: Handling, Transport and Humane Control of Domestic Animals 23: Stunning and Slaughter 24: Welfare and Behaviour in Relation to Disease 25: Abnormal Behaviour 1: Stereotypies 26: Abnormal Behaviour 2: Self-directed and Environment-directed 27: Abnormal Behaviour 3: Addressed to Another Individual 28: Abnormal Behaviour 4: Failure of Function 29: Abnormal Behaviour 5: Anomalous Reactivity 7: Welfare of Various Animals 30: Welfare of Cattle 31: Welfare of Sheep and Goats 32: Welfare of Pigs 33: Welfare of Poultry 34: Welfare of Farmed and Pet Fish 35: Welfare of Deer, Camelids and Ostriches 36: Welfare of Animals Kept for Fur Production 37: Welfare of Horses, Other Equids and Other Draught Animals 38: Welfare of Farmed and Pet Rabbits 39: Welfare of Dogs 40: Welfare of Cats 41: Welfare of Other Pet Animals 42: Welfare in a Moral World

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Book SynopsisAs seen on ITV's This Morning'You really can learn to talk to your pet' - Daily MailWe all want what's best for our pets, but what if we simply don't understand what that is?With this easy introductory guide to animal communication, you can leave out the guesswork and open yourself to a deeper, richer relationship with your pet.In this book, you will: • Learn exactly what animal communication is, how it differs from being a pet psychic and the different types of ways you can psychically communicate with your pet, including Beth's unique PACT method • Receive important messages from your pet, learn to communicate with other people's pets, as well as read messages via photographs • Understand how to solve behavioural issues in your pet and help them with their wellbeing • Be able to learn how to use animal communication to help cope with the loss of a beloved pet as well as learn how to use your new skills to locate a missing animal.Your pet is part of your family, they know what you are feeling, and now you can really understand what they are feeling too.Trade Review'You really can learn to talk to your pet' * Daily Mail *

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Book Synopsis'A dazzling, funny and elegantly angry demolition of our preconceptions about female behaviour and sex in the animal kingdom ... Bitch is a blast. I read it, my jaw sagging in astonishment, jotting down favourite parts to send to friends and reading out snippets gleefully...' Observer'A book that is tearing down the stereotypes and the biases. Absolutely fascinating.' BBC R4 Woman's Hour'From the heir to Attenborough. 5*' - Telegraph'Glorious ... A bold and gripping takedown of the sexist mythology baked into biology ... Full of marvellous surprises. Guardian'Colourful, committed and deeply informed.' Sunday Times'Gloriously original' Daily MirrorA 'sparkling attack on scientific sexism' Nature'Humorous, absorbing, sometimes shocking (for a variety of reasons), and bound to be a conversation starter' BBC Wildlife'Brilliant ... Cooke is a superb science writer' TLS'Zoologist Lucy Cooke's hilarious and enlightening book reclaims evolutionary biology for females of all species.' New Statesman'Introduces us to a marvelous zoetrope of animals.' The Atlantic'[An] effervescent exposé ... [A] playful, enlightening tour of the vanguard of evolutionary biology.' Scientific American Selected for the Telegraph's 'best books for summer 2022' and as one of the Guardian's '50 hottest new books for a great escape'._______________________________________________________________What does it mean to be female? Mother, carer, the weaker sex? Think again.In the last few decades a revolution has been brewing in zoology and evolutionary biology. Lucy Cooke introduces us to a riotous cast of animals, and the scientists studying them, that are redefining the female of the species.Meet the female lemurs of Madagascar, our ancient primate cousins that dominate the males of their species physically and politically.Or female albatross couples, hooking up together to raise their chicks in Hawaii.Or the meerkat mothers of the Kalahari Desert - the most murderous mammals on the planet.The bitches in BITCH overturn outdated binary expectations of bodies, brains, biology and behaviour. Lucy Cooke's brilliant new book will change how you think - about sex, sexual identity and sexuality in animals and also the very forces that shape evolution.__________Praise for Lucy's previous book THE UNEXPECTED TRUTH ABOUT ANIMALS'Endlessly fascinating' - Bill Bryson'I cannot remember when I enjoyed a non-fiction book so much' - Daily Express'A joy from beginning to end' - Guardian'Best science pick: deeply researched, sassily written' - NatureTrade ReviewLucy Cooke's Bitch shows just how far we have come in seeing nature's females for what they actually are.' -- Simon Ing * Telegraph *Surprising sex lives of the animal kingdom: From bondage-loving spiders to 'Scrooge-like' lobsters who save their sperm for a female who's 'worth it', BITCH lifts the lid on kinky creatures -- Claire Toureille * Daily Mail *Best books of 2022 so far: Zoologist Lucy Cooke's hilarious and enlightening book reclaims evolutionary biology for females of all species. * New Statesman *Mr Darwin, your time is up...This is the evolutionary reboot us bitches have been waiting for. -- Sue PerkinsBrilliant ... Cooke is a superb science writer -- Carol Tavris * TLS *

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Book Synopsis'Beautifully written and filled with mind-boggling wonders' - Dave Goulson, author of A Sting in the Tale'Thrilling, compellingly readable and paradigm-shattering' - Charles Foster, author of Being a Beast'Both expert and entertaining' - David Barrie, author of Incredible JourneysAnts have been walking the Earth since the age of the dinosaurs. Today there are one million ants for every one of us. The closer you get to ants, the more human they look: they build megacities, grow crops, raise livestock, tend their young and infirm, and even make vaccines. They also have a darker side: they wage war, enslave rivals and rebel against their oppressors. From fearsome army ants, who stage twelve-hour hunting raids where they devour thousands, to gentle leaf-cutters gardening in their peaceful underground kingdoms, every ant is engineered by nature to fulfil their particular role.Acclaimed biologist Susanne Foitzik has travelled the globe to study these master architects of Earth. Joined by journalist Olaf Fritsche, Foitzik invites readers deep into her world - in the field and in the lab - and will inspire new respect for ants as a global superpower.Fascinating and action-packed, Empire of Ants will open your eyes to the secret societies thriving right beneath your feet.Trade ReviewBeautifully written and filled with mind-boggling wonders, Empire of Ants is a delightful tribute to the minuscule but extraordinary world of creatures that live right beneath our feet. -- Dave Goulson, author of A STING IN THE TALEThrilling, compellingly readable, and paradigm-shattering. A gateway to a strange but strangely familiar society - a complex international community, ruled by stern, exotic, resonant and repercussive stories. -- Charles Foster, author of BEING A BEASTBoth expert and entertaining, Empire of Ants will leave you in no doubt that these wonderfully strange little animals are among the most impressive of all our fellow creatures. -- David Barrie, author of INCREDIBLE JOURNEYSAre we the sole rulers of this world? This wonderful book brings our tiny co-rulers alive via an engaging description of ants' cities, hard work, warfare, royalty, diversity, and ecological impact. These insects may be quite different from us, but their societies are eerily similar. -- Frans de Waal, author of MAMA'S LAST HUGIf you ever wanted to travel to an exotic planet filled with strange life forms - you've arrived. Every page of Empire of Ants brims with astonishing stories and facts that could never have been invented by a human mind. -- Carl Safina, author of BECOMING WILDThis is a charming tribute to the 'little creatures that run the world.' A very personal selection of the many wonders discovered in the world of ants that introduces readers to their fascinating lives. -- Bert Hölldobler, co-author of THE SUPERORGANISM and Pulitzer Prize–winning THE ANTSSusanne Foitzik and Olaf Fritsche have you enter a whole new universe worthy of a science fiction novel, yet it exists right at your feet. -- Mark W. Moffett, author of THE HUMAN SWARM and ADVENTURES AMONG ANTSThis highly entertaining book makes it clear that Mother Nature has been having a wildly fun time moulding these social insects into an abundance of behavioural and physical expression. -- Jonathan Balcombe, author of WHAT A FISH KNOWS and SUPER FLY

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Book Synopsis'The modern day Doctor Dolittle' (Guardian), bestselling author of Animals in Translation, investigates the secrets of mental health in animals.Trade Review'A woman whose understanding of animals is very special. What's more, she not only understands them, she also puts her knowledge to practical use' Desmond Morris 'Admirable and extraordinary' Guardian 'Temple Grandin is a global phenomenon ... For those of us who love animals and want the best for them, Temple Grandin is a beacon of common sense and wisdom' Daily Mail

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Book SynopsisYou've heard of the Horse Whisperer now meet the woman who uses similar methods to train dogs.Jan Fennell's remarkable gifts have earned her the nickname the dog listener. Her unique understanding of the canine world and its instinctive language has enabled her to bring even the most desperate and delinquent of dogs to heel.This easy-to-follow guide to understanding Jan's simple techniques draws on her countless case histories of problem dogs from biters and barkers to bicycle chasers to show how we can bridge the language barrier that separates man from his best friend.In The Dog Listener Jan shares her secrets, telling us how she grew determined to find a more compassionate alternative to standard obedience training techniques and ultimately how to communicate with canines.

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"Finalist for the PROSE Award in Biological Sciences""A thorough and thoughtful primer on the interiority of bees."---Mike Welch, Scientific American"The book’s bees astound; so too the clever humans who study them."---Robert Eagan, Library Journal, starred review"The knowledge on offer here is as entertaining as it is edifying. Readers won’t look at bees the same way again." * Publishers Weekly *"This is an outstanding book that provides a comprehensive overview of honeybee cognition. It provides a clear introduction to the field for amateur bee lovers as well as a nuanced and up-to-date summary for professionals. By looking at the world through the lens of a bee, readers will develop tools to better understand the distinct and vivid experiences of tiny invertebrates that are too frequently ignored."---Elizabeth A. Tibbetts, Current Biology"An entrancing journey through the senses and life struggles of bees."---Alun Anderson, New Scientist"The Mind of a Bee is a fascinating book that I hope will be read and understood by as broad an audience as possible, so that the important conclusions within may be shared more widely."---Amanda Williams, Buzz about Bees"This is an amazing book. I give it my highest recommendation."---David Gascoigne, Travels with Birds"I strongly recommend you read [Chittka’s] book and if you will excuse the pun ‘make your own mind up’. Science and nature writing at its finest and an essential read."---Roy Stewart, British Naturalists' Association"Written with moments of levity and soaked in curiosity, The Mind of a Bee is a delight."---Eliza Middleton, The Conversation"Chittka has managed the extraordinary feat of condensing over three decades of research into a single book and in such a way as to make it accessible to the non-expert." * Beekeepers Quarterly *"[A] devoted, accessible analysis."---Andrew Robinson, Nature"Bee behaviour is undoubtedly fascinating and Chittka is the ideal author to explain the intricacies of how bees learn and make decisions."---John Badmin, British Journal of Entomology and Natural History"Engaging and intellectually stimulating. . . .Despite it being basically a science book, The Mind of a Bee keeps you glued like it were an action-packed story where you just need to know the final conclusion."---Mihai Andrei, ZME Science"An entertaining and enlightening read."---Helen Gray, Animal Welfare"Lars Chittka's book is timely indeed, as it vividly describes and scientifically underpins the stunning intellectual power of these little creatures. . . .Highly recommend this book to everybody interested in nature- layman or professional."---Rudolf Alexander Steinbrecht, Arthropod Structure & Development ​​​​​​​"A wonderful journey into the fascinating world of bee intelligence and consciousness." * Conservation Biology *"The Mind of a Bee makes for fascinating reading. The book’s tight structure and numerous illustrations make it accessible . . . . [And I have] been thoroughly convinced by Chittka that bees are anything but little automatons."---Leon Vlieger, Inquisitive Biologist"This book is based on years of scientific research. It is a fascinating read that poses questions we all ought to be asking ourselves."---Claire Waring, Country Smallholder

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Book SynopsisA fascinating exploration of what animals are trying to say to us and how we can learn to listen

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"A new and compelling evolutionary stance on comparative cognition." * Choice *

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Book SynopsisPulitzer Prize–winner Bert Hölldobler and behavioral ecologist Christina Kwapich reveal a universe of behavioral mechanisms whereby invaders known as myrmecophiles break into ant colonies. By decoding ants’ sophisticated communication systems, these invaders disguise themselves as friendly, suppress ant aggression, and feast on colony resources.Trade ReviewThis beautiful book is a true classic of biology and destined to be a standard work on the subject of symbiosis for many years to come. -- Edward O. Wilson, author of SociobiologyA marvelous tour of the wonderland of ants and the non-ant ‘guests’ that live with them. Bert Hölldobler and Christina Kwapich have combined fascinating science and first-rate scholarship to share what myrmecologists have learned about a rarely seen part of the natural world. -- Thomas D. Seeley, author of The Lives of Bees[A] profoundly researched, gloriously illustrated treatise on ant symbiosis. -- Andrew Robinson * Nature *A book synthesizing the biology of myrmecophiles is long overdue, and now we have it. In The Guests of Ants, Bert Hölldobler and Christina Kwapich introduce us to this amazing menagerie, synthesize centuries of observations, and bring us up to speed on the latest science…A pleasure for any curious naturalist. -- John T. Longino * American Scientist *The Guests of Ants gives a beautifully illustrated, wide-ranging, and critical literature review of this delightful corner of myrmecology…A must for myrmecologists and entomologists, but also more generally for biologists with an interest in social insects and insect ecology. * Inquisitive Biologist *A wonderful work that neatly weaves together the old and classic observations with recently gained insights into the fascinating but often enigmatic biology of myrmecophiles…Everyone with an interest in entomology will enjoy this book. -- Thomas Parmentier * American Entomologist *I urge you to immerse yourself in The Guests of Ants…What Hölldobler and Kwapich have produced is a carnival of the extraordinary; a relentless and stunningly illustrated parade of the myriad organisms that have gained footholds in virtually every aspect of ant biology…It will be the quintessential resource for generations of researchers to come. -- Joseph Parker * Current Biology *Fascinating…This encyclopedic account of the natural history of the guests of ants will surely serve as a useful and inspiring resource for myrmecologists in the years to come. -- Annika S. Nelson * Quarterly Review of Biology *Prepare to be astounded, surprised, and charmed time and time again. This book is destined to become the authoritative work on ants and their guests for decades to come. -- Walter R. Tschinkel, author of Ant ArchitectureA deeply inspiring and masterful account of how myrmecophiles interact with their hosts, trick them by breaking their communication codes, and make their living inside the ant colonies. Lavishly illustrated, this book is a thorough and fascinating study. -- Rüdiger Wehner, Professor and Director Emeritus, Institute of Zoology, University of ZürichHölldobler and Kwapich have masterfully marshalled a vast literature on the evolution and behavioral ecology of ants and their many associates. This book will have wide appeal to ecologists and evolutionary biologists, as well as anyone interested in the natural history of social insects and their friends and foes. -- Naomi E. Pierce, Hessel Professor of Biology and Curator of Lepidoptera, Museum of Comparative Zoology, Harvard UniversityA spellbinding journey to the exotic world of ants and their ‘guests.’ By far the most comprehensive treatment of this fascinating subject, this book is a delight. -- Daniel Kronauer, author of Army AntsSuperbly illustrated and written with enthusiasm and delight, The Guests of Ants is unparalleled. This book provides first-class, fascinating coverage on the behavioral biology and mechanisms enabling myrmecophiles to coexist with, and frequently exploit, the ant superorganism. -- Paulo S. Oliveira, coauthor of The Ecology and Evolution of Ant-Plant InteractionsThis magnificent book takes the reader into a striking world largely unknown, even to most biologists. Comprised of lively, informative writing spiced with fascinating illustrations, The Guests of Ants highlights some of the most bizarre and unbelievable organisms on earth. I would have loved to have had such a book when I started my own research years ago. -- Konrad Fiedler, University of Vienna, AustriaAn outstanding celebration of natural history as modern science. World-renowned scientist Bert Hölldobler and entomologist Christina Kwapich present a treasure trove of information about the ant nest microcosm, complete with spectacular photos of members on the colony’s guest list, including butterflies, worms, fungi, and more. -- Raghavendra Gadagkar, author of The Social Biology of Ropalidia marginataThis book provides a captivating, excellently illustrated overview of the complex interactions among ants and the many organisms who live inside their nests. A must-read for everyone who enjoys nature and the fascinating world of social insects. -- Jürgen Heinze, University of RegensburgThis book is a stunning collection of these stories of myrmecophiles living with ants, with rich accounts of the interactions between guests and hosts. -- Alexander Walton * Bulletin of the Entomological Society of Canada *An essential reference for any myrmecologist or entomologist. -- Robert F. Foster * Canadian Field-Naturalist *

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Book SynopsisThis text provides a comprehensive account of carnivore social behaviour. Synthesizing more than a decade of research in the wild, it offers a detailed account of the behaviour and ecology of cheetahs.Table of ContentsContents 1 Grouping and Cooperative Hunting 2 Serengeti, and the Taxonomy and Natural History of Cheetahs 3 Sampling Methods and Techniques 4 Female Reproduction and Cub Mortality 5 Costs of Family Life for Mothers 6 Benefits of Family Life for Cubs 7 Hunting and Grouping in Adolescence 8 The Mating System 9 Territoriality and Male Group Size 10 Foraging Success and Cooperative Hunting in Male Groups 11 The Behavior of Males in Coalitions 12 Evolution and Ecology of Cheetahs 13 Conservation of Cheetahs in the Wild and in Captivity

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Book SynopsisFrom the shell wars of hermit crabs to little blue penguins spying on potential rivals, power struggles in the animal kingdom are as diverse as they are fascinating, and this book illuminates their surprising range and connections. The quest for power in animals is so much richer, so much more nuanced than who wins what knock-down, drag-out fight. Indeed, power struggles among animals often look more like an opera than a boxing match. Tracing the path to power for over thirty different species on six continents, writer and behavioral ecologist Lee Alan Dugatkin takes us on a journey around the globe, shepherded by leading researchers who have discovered that in everything from hyenas to dolphins, bonobos to field mice, cichlid fish to cuttlefish, copperhead snakes to ravens, and meerkats to mongooses, power revolves around spying, deception, manipulation, forming alliances, breaking up alliances, complex assessments of potential opponents, building social networks, and more. PowerTrade Review"A scrupulously scientific but highly accessible tour of power’s manifestations among caribou, bonobos, deer, dolphins, hyenas, meerkats, mice, mongooses (mongeese?)—and those are just some of the mammals. . . . Readable and intellectually satisfying. . . . Compact but very gratifying. . . . True to its title, Power in the Wild doesn’t address Homo sapiens. But the anthropocentrically inclined will find that the power dynamics of nonhuman animals offer plenty of insight into our own, distorted a bit as in a funhouse mirror. For the open-minded, Dugatkin’s depiction of power in the wild yields a stunningly provocative reflection." -- David P. Barash * Wall Street Journal *“Power in the Wild, by behavioral ecologist Dugatkin, reveals the realpolitik behind the lives of sweet-looking creatures from meerkats to field mice, as he examines the eternal struggle for dominance in nature.” * New Scientist, "Don't Miss" *"While visiting a wolf research park in Austria, animal behaviorist Dugatkin was startled to see one male sitting on top of another, clamping its snout in its jaws. The park’s director assured him there was no harm involved, only a display of power. This theme defines Dugatkin’s engaging book, which is based on the work of many scientists with a huge range of animals from around the world, including baboons, dolphins, mongooses and ravens. 'Power pervades every aspect of the social lives of animals,' he says." -- Andrew Robinson * Nature *"From ants to cuttlefish to wolves, this entertaining book surveys various species’ strategies for maintaining control. . . . Dugatkin’s snappy prose enlivens his evolutionary explanations, as of a discussion of how new technology aids in data collection. He is deliberate about highlighting the work of women researchers. Power in the Wild is a charming tour through the wonderful, sometimes bizarre realities of animal behavior." * Foreword Reviews *"Power struggles in the animal kingdom are still not entirely understood, not least when they take place in many more arenas and forms than the most obvious one of physical conflict. Spying, deception, manipulation, shifting social networks—all these are covered here. The author looks at more than thirty species across six continents." * Bookseller *"This captivating, illuminating, and timely book explores how power is sought, attained, maintained, and transferred in nonhuman animal societies... This colorful journey through the deep evolutionary roots of power structures and the complex paths to higher social status will inspire behavioral scientists across disciplines, including ethologists, psychologists, and anthropologists, as well as adult readers with particular interest in animal behaviors... Highly recommended." * Choice *"Like cooperation, competition in the nonhuman world takes many forms. In Power in the Wild, biologist and science historian Dugatkin shows that strength and ruthlessness are only two of the many possible assets an organism may bring to a contest... Aided by new theories and, in many cases, new technologies and techniques, researchers are untangling the influences of genetics, hormone levels, and habitat on such behaviors, and investigating how changes in these and other factors may shift power dynamics over lifetimes and generations. As they do so, they uncover even more complexity in communities long assumed to be far simpler than ours. While Dugatkin's book is not about power in human communities, he is alert to the entrenched inequalities in science and makes a commendable effort to ensure that a large proportion of the voices in his book belong to women, younger scientists, and others too often denied full credit for their work." * Sierra *“Timely and fascinating. . . . Dugatkin’s book is great food for thought regarding the nature of power, equality, and equity, the origins of justice and the origins of sociality in animals—including our own species.” -- Sheng-Feng Shen, Biodiversity Research Center, Academia Sinica, Taipei, Taiwan * Nature Ecology & Evolution *"It would have been easy for Dugatkin, given the scope of his book, to get bogged down in numbers, names, and details, producing a litany of 'gee whiz' facts without any connecting thread. . . . Yet, on the whole, he manages to balance scientific specificity with linguistic flourishes and descriptive details that kept me immersed. . . . Dugatkin's respect for the researchers behind the science also keeps the story moving. The book is as much a profile of them and their endeavors as the animals they study. . . . One of the real joys of the book, though, is Dugatkin's enthusiasm about the subject.” -- Leah Campbell * Earth Island Journal *"This engaging publication describes the ways animals use overt and subtle behaviors to assess and influence the behaviors of others. . . . Field accounts . . . offer firsthand and thoughtful perspectives into the role of power in the lives of nonhuman animals." -- Jennifer E. Smith * Quarterly Review of Biology *“A brilliant journey into the intricate dramas of animal behavior and evolution. Along the way, we also see the scientific process in vivid light, a wonderful exposition of how to deepen understanding of the living world.” -- David George Haskell, Sewanee: The University of the South, author of Pulitzer finalist "The Forest Unseen" and Burroughs medalist "The Songs of Trees"“Power, and the way it is won and lost, unites angelfish and weaverbirds, ravens and cockroaches. By revealing its stunning variety in nature, Dugatkin shows how power isn’t necessarily abusive, or ugly—it’s simply a fact of life. From confrontation to espionage, with coalitions formed and dissolved, his absorbing stories explore how animals juggle their relationships and play a long game.” -- Marlene Zuk, Regents Professor of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior, University of Minnesota, author of "Paleofantasy" and "Sex on Six Legs"“Entertaining anecdotes and scholarly science effortlessly entwine in this delightfully raucous romp through decades of research on the nature of power in the animal kingdom. A great read whether you’re a student, scientist, or amateur animal behavior enthusiast.” -- Athena Aktipis, Arizona State University, author of "The Cheating Cell"“‘Biology’ means ‘the study of life,’ and it requires the story of life. Admirers of Dugatkin’s acclaimed books such as How to Tame a Fox (and Build a Dog) know that he tells rousing stories about nature and how scientists decipher its mysteries. There could not be a more pervasive aspect of life than power dynamics, nor one that more greatly influences nature’s slow change over time. For fans of both science writing and nature writing, Power in the Wild teems with enough animals and scientists around the world to satisfy David Attenborough—whose urbane narration comes to mind as one enlightening glimpse of nature follows another in this lucid and lively celebration of nature's diversity.” -- Michael Sims, author of "Adam’s Navel" and "The Adventures of Henry Thoreau"Table of ContentsPreface 1 Chart a Path to Power 2 Weigh Costs and Benefits 3 Assess Thy Rivals 4 Watch and Be Watched 5 Build Alliances 6 Cement the Hold 7 Survive the Battles 8 Rise and Fall Afterword Acknowledgments Notes Index

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Book SynopsisFocuses on Yathong Nature Reserve, where three species of kangaroo - red, eastern grey, and western grey - overlap and create a unique opportunity for ecological study. This book compares the different species' population sizes, home ranges and movements, activity patterns, habitat selection, feeding behavior, and social organization.

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Book SynopsisThis comprehensive introductory text integrates evolutionary, ecological, and demographic perspectives with new results from field studies and contemporary noninvasive molecular and hormonal techniques to understand how different primates behave and the significance of these insights for primate conservation. Each chapter is organized around the major research themes in the field, with Strier emphasizing the interplay between theory, observations, and conservation issues. Examples are drawn from the classic primate field studies as well as more recent studies, including many previously neglected species, to illustrate the vast behavioral variation that exists across the primate order. Primate Behavioral Ecology 6th Edition integrates the impacts of anthropogenic activities on primate populations, including zoonotic disease and climate change, and considers the importance of behavioral flexibility for primate conservation. This fully updated new edition brings exciting new metTable of Contents1. Introduction to Primate Studies 2. Traits, Trends, and Taxonomy 3. Primates Past to Present 4. Evolution and Social Behavior 5. Evolution and Sex 6. Food and Foraging 7. Female Strategies 8. Male Strategies 9. Developmental Stages through the Life Span 10. Communication and Cognition 11. Community Ecology 12. Conservation

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Book SynopsisSolomon, the legend goes, had a magic ring which enabled him to speak to the animals in their own language. Konrad Lorenz was gifted with a similar power of understanding the animal world. He was that rare beast, a brilliant scientist who could write (and indeed draw) beautifully. He did more than any other person to establish and popularize the study of how animals behave, receiving a Nobel Prize for his work. King Solomon's Ring, the book which brought him worldwide recognition, is a delightful treasury of observations and insights into the lives of all sorts of creatures, from jackdaws and water-shrews to dogs, cats and even wolves. Charmingly illustrated by Lorenz himself, this book is a wonderfully written introduction to the world of our furred and feathered friends, a world which often provides an uncanny resemblance to our own. A must for any animal-lover!Trade Review'This wise and beautiful book ... bears upon every page the imprint of a profound, humane and questing mind.' - Observer'For great interest, amusement and relaxation - in short, for unalloyed pleasurel - let nothing stop you from getting hold of a copy.' - Liverpool Post'It is one of the best and most penetrating non-technical books about animals and animal nature that has ever been written ... every sensitive reader will agree that the book is a work of humanity, wisdom and balance as well as of delightful humour.' – W H Thorpe'It is one of the best and most penetrating non-technical books about animals and animal nature that has ever been written ... every sensitive reader will agree that the book is a work of humanity, wisdom and balance as well as of delightful humour.' – W H ThorpeTable of ContentsChapter 1 Animals as a Nuisance; Chapter 2 Something that does no Damage; Chapter 3 Robbery in the Aquarium; Chapter 4 Poor Fish; Chapter 5 Laughing at Animals; Chapter 6 Pitying Animals; Chapter 7; Chapter 8 The Language of Animals; Chapter 9 The Taming of the Shrew; Chapter 10 The Covenant; Chapter 11 The Perennial Retainers; Chapter 12 Morals and Weapons;

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Book SynopsisThis is a comprehensive account of insect migration, including some of the most serious pests. Migration is considered in its ecological and evolutionary context, with an emphasis on weather and climate factors. Problems of forecasting and its importance to integrated pest management are discussed.Trade Review'… this will be a most useful contribution to the study of migration; it is really helpful to have a number of papers containing important, and in some cases new, data to be bound together in a manageable volume which will be invaluable to researchers in the future.' D. J. L. Agassiz, Bulletin of Entomological Research'It confers a much broader debate than a usual proceedings volume and the final overview provides a holistic model of migration which may well form a springboard for future developments in the field.' Jim Hardie, Antenna'There is a lot of useful theory expounded here … a very rewarding book, ideal as a reference to new developments.' John Feltwell, Biologist'… well written and very informative.' A. van Huis, Endeavour'… a very well constructed book based on the knowledge of a great number of well-known contributors. It can be recommended as an excellent guide to all who need updated information in insect migration.' Kari Tiilikkala, Integrated Pest Management Reviews'The strength of this book lies in its bringing together information on several long-distance insect migrants, and offering a vivid view of the integration between large-scale weather processes and migration … a nice example of large-scale ecology.' Dr. C. Solbreck, Entomologia Experimentalis et Applicata' … there is a mine of information in this text, both in the methods of study of large scale migration, the linking of migration to resource predictability, seasonal climates and large scale weather systems and the theoretical underpinning.' Journal of Insect ConservationTable of ContentsPart I. Insect Migration in Relation to Weather and Climate: 1. Long-range insect migration in relation to climate and weather: Africa and Europe D. E. Pedgley, D. R. Reynolds and G. M. Tatchell; 2. Insect migration in North America: synoptic-scale transport in a highly seasonal environment S. J. Johnson; 3. Migration of the brown planthopper Nilaparvata lugens and the white-backed planthopper Sogatella furcifera in East Asia: the role of weather and climate R. Kisimoto and K. Sogawa; 4. Migration of the oriental armyworm Mythimna separata in East Asia in relation to weather and climate. I. Northeastern China R. -L. Chen, Y. -J Sun, S. -Y. Wang, B. -P. Zhai and X. -Y. Bao; 5. Migration of the oriental armyworm Mythimna separata in East Asia in relation to weather and climate. II. Korea J. -H. Lee and K. -B. Uhm; 6. Migration of the oriental armyworm Mythimna separata in East Asia in relation to weather and climate. III. Japan K. Hirai; 7. Insect migration in an arid continent. I. The common armyworm Mythimna convecta in eastern Australia G. McDonald; 8. Insect migration in an arid continent. II. Helicoverpa spp. in eastern Australia P. C. Gregg, G. P. Fitt, M. P. Zalucki and D. A. H. Murray; 9. Insect migration in an arid continent. III. The Australian Plague Locust Chortoicetes terminifera and the native budworm Helicoverpa punctigera in Western Australia K. J. Walden; Part II. Adaptions for Migration: 10. Migratory potential in insects: variation in an uncertain environment A. G. Gatehouse and X. -X. Zhang; 11. Insect migration in heterogeneous environments K. Wilson; 12. The regulation of migration in Helicoverpa armigera J. Colvin; 13. Physiological integration of migration in Lepidoptera J. N. McNeil, M. Cusson, J. Delisle, I. Orchard and S. S. Tobe; 14. Aerodynamics, energetics and reproductive constraints of migratory flight in insects R. Dudley; Part III. Forecasting Migrant Pests: 15. Operational aspects of forecasting migrant insect pests R. K. Day and J. D. Knight; 16. Geographic information systems and remotely sensed data for determining the seasonal distribution of habitats of migrant insect pests T. P. Robinson; 17. Forecasting systems for migrant pests. I. The brown planthopper Nilaparvata lugens in China B. -H. Zhou, H. -K. Wang and X. -N. Cheng; 18. Forecasting systems for migrant pests. II. The rice planthoppers Nilaparvata lugens and Sogatella furcifera in Japan T. Watanabe; 19. Forecasting systems for migrant pests. III. Locusts and grasshoppers in West Africa and Madagascar M. Lecoq; Part IV. Overview and Synthesis: 20. Forecasting migrant insect pests J. I. Magor; 21. Insect migration: a holistic conceptual model V. A. Drake, A. G. Gatehouse and R. A. Farrow; Index.

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Book SynopsisThis book combines all the current knowledge about the African buffalo, its ecology and management. It provides an innovative way to look at a species from a conservation and sustainable use perspective that will benefit scholars, scientists and wildlife managers interested in the species.Table of Contents1. African buffalo and the human societies in Africa: social values and interaction outcomes B. Mukamuri, E. Wichatitsky, E. Gandiwa, A. Perrotton, O. L. Kupika and L. Monin; Part I. Conservation D. Cornélis: 2. The evolutionary history of the African buffalo: is it truly a Bovine? H. H. T. Prins, J. F. de Jong and D. Geraads; 3. Taxonomic status of the African buffalo J. Michaux, N. Smitz and P. Van Hooft; 4. Conservation status of the African buffalo: a continent-wide assessment D. Cornélis, P. C. Renaud, M. Melletti, D. Fonteyn, H. Bonhotal, M. Hauptfleisch, A. Asefa, T. Breuer, L. Korte, P. Scholte, P. Elkan, E. Kohi, S. Mwiu, S. Ngene, P. Omondi, S. P. Tadjo, T. Prin, A. Caron, H. H. T. Prins and P. Chardonnet; 5. Habitat, space use and feeding ecology of the African buffalo R. Taylor, E. Bennitt, R. Fynn, L. Korte, R. Naidoo, A.Roug and D. Cornélis; Part II. Ecology H. H. T. Prins: 6. African buffalo social dynamics: what is a buffalo herd? A. Caron, E. Bennitt, E. Wielgus, D. Cornélis, E. Miguel and M. de Garine-Wichatitsky; 7. Population dynamics of buffalo: the effects of droughts and non-equilibrium dynamics J. W. Hearne, M. J. S. Peel and H. H. T. Prins; 8. The environments of the African buffalo, with different selection forces in different habitats H. H. T. Prins, J. Ottenburghs and P. Van Hooft; 9. Infections and Parasites of free-ranging African buffalo R. G. Bengis, F. Gakuya, M. Munyeme, S. D. Fekadu, R. A. Kock and P. Chardonnet; Part III. Diseases A. Caron: 10. Characterisation of buffalo/cattle interactions for assessing pathogen transmission A. Caron, F. Rumiano, E. Wielgus, E. Miguel, A. Tran, M. T. Bah, V. Grosbois and M. de Garine-Wichatitsky; 11. Host-Parasite interactions in African buffalo: a community-level perspective B. Beechler, E. Gorsich, C. Glidden, A. Jolles and V. O. Ezenwa; 12. African buffalo and colonial cattle: is 'systems change' the best future for farming and nature in Africa? R. A. Kock, R. G. Bengis, F. D. Shiferaw, F. Gakuya, D. Mdetele, H. H. T. Prins, A. Caron and M. Kock; Part IV. Management P. Chardonnet: 13. African buffalo production systems D. Furstenburg, E. Gandiwa, Pa. Oberem and Pe Oberem; 14. Management aspects of the captive-bred African buffalo (Syncerus Caffer) in South Africa L. Hoffman, C. Shepstone, K. Robertson and T. Tersia Needham; 15. Handling and moving the African buffalo M. La Grange, N. J. La Grange, J. Mostert, J. Mostert-La Grange, R. Hoare, M. Kock, I. Lekolool and P. Chardonnet; 16. Buffalo hunting: from a commodity to a high-value game species P. Chardonnet, R. Taylor, W. Crosmary, S. P. Tadjo, F. A. Ligate, R. Baldus, W. Siege and D. Cornélis; 17. Knowns and unknowns on African buffalo ecology and management H. H. T. Prins, D. Cornélis, A. Caron and P. Chardonnet; 18. Futures of the African buffalo A. Caron, R. Bourgeois, P. Chardonnet, D. Cornélis and H. H. T. Prins.

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Book SynopsisA harmless-looking papilloma on Monday morning, a fitting Bulldog on Wednesday afternoon, a pyometra last thing on Friday â The Veterinary General Practice Casebook echoes life at the coalface of companion animal practice. Organised into âclinicsâ, each chapter feels like a day in the life of a busy general practitioner, where emergencies are juggled with routine consultations and every so often something unexpected pops up.Ideal for senior veterinary students, new graduates, those returning to practice, and those seeking a general practice workout, this book presents cases as they appear in real life, often messier and less complete than textbook descriptions. The clinical content is complemented by topics on wellbeing and professional practice, as well as recipes for simple and nutritious meals to feed veterinary body and soul.This book makes a persuasive argument for general practice as a speciality in its own right and celebrates the role of general practice veterinarians and their vital contribution to animal health and welfare in the community.

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Book SynopsisThe Origins of Consciousness challenges the dominant view that consciousness is an emergent property of the complex human brain.Based on his pioneering research on a variety of organisms, Vallortigara argues that the most basic forms of mental life do not require large brains, and that the neurological surplus observed in some animals such as humans is likely at the service of memory storage, not of the processes of thought or, even less, of consciousness. The book argues for a simple neural mechanism that can provide the crucial event that brings into effect the minimum condition for subjective experience. Implications of the hypothesis for the appearance of consciousness in different organisms are discussed, as well as links with a variety of fascinating human phenomena such as disorders of consciousness, tickling and visual illusions.Challenging widely accepted theories of consciousness, the book is a must-read for students and researchers of human and animal

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Book SynopsisThis interdisciplinary volume discusses animal housing and welfare, captive breeding, conservation, zoo legislation, and visitor behaviour. This book is an important resource for students studying zoo biology and management, animal welfare, animal behaviour, wildlife conservation and veterinary science, and anyone with a general interest in zoos.Table of Contents1. Zoos and research; 2. Defining zoos, their culture and visitors; 3. Zoos and education; 4. Anthrozoology and visitor behaviour; 5. Zoo organisation and regulation; 6. Ethics, zoos and public attitudes; 7. The contribution of zoos to Zoology; 8. Animals and their enclosures; 9. Animal welfare; 10. Enrichment and training; 11. Conservation breeding, reproduction and genetics; 12. Restoration, rehabilitation and in situ conservation; 13. Animal nutrition and conservation medicine; 14. The past and future of zoos.

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Book SynopsisIn the words of the author, Once you get to know them, you'll love them.Trade ReviewA good general introduction to the biology of ants. Birdbooker Report Choe's goal is to expose the fascinating miniature world of ants to curious minds... Highly recommended. Choice Enter the miniature world of ants and learn about their societies, from massacres and power plays to self-sacrifice and factory-like enterprises. Science News An enjoyable popular read from an author who combines expert scientific knowledge of ants with a real passion for these miniscule marvels. The text is amply illustrated with complementary and captivating illustrations and original photographs. It will be a welcome addition to the bookcase of naturalists of any age. -- J. Zd'arek European Journal of EntomologyTable of ContentsForeword, by Jane GoodallPrefaceIntroduction: My First Journey to the AntsPart I: The Economics of Ant Society1. Ants Mean Business: How the Futuristic Economics of Ants Maximizes Their Returns2. Economies of Scale and Rational BusinessManagement: From Joint Ventures to Multinational Enterprises3. A 50-Million-Year Tradition of Farming: The Massive Underground Mushroom Farms of the Leaf-cutter Ants4. Ant Ranchers: Masters of Dairy Farming Second Only to Mankind5. The World's First Bodyguards: Standing Watch for Room and Board6. The Charge of the Ant Brigade: The Terrifying March of the Army AntsPart II: The Culture of Ant Society7. Talking with the Ants: The Clever Designs of Ant Communication8. The Ants Come Home: Sense of Direction and Biological Clocks9. Ants at Work: Maids, Nannies, Laborers, Soldiers10. Con Artists of the Ant World: Parasites That Have Cracked the Ants' Secret Code11. Villains and Monsters of the Ant World: Predators and ParasitesPart III: The Politics of Ant Society12. No Children of Their Own: Females in the Service of an Amazon Queen13. Conflict in the Queendom: Divine Right of the Queen? Or the Will of the Masses?14. Political Conflict and International Alliances: Yesterday's Comrade, Today's Enemy15. The Foundation Myth of the Aztec Ant Queendom: The Queens' Battle for the Throne16. War and Slavery: From Full-Scale Slaughter to Bloodless WarfareEpilogue: To Know Them Is to Love Them

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Book SynopsisWith over 1,000 clear, high-quality images, this in-depth full guide covers all aspects of veterinary dental radiography. Chapters explain the indications for and importance of this key area of veterinary practice, the equipment used, the essential techniques in developing and processing the radiograph, common errors made, and the pathology of the teeth. The book also explores radiographic interpretation in seven detailed sections, discussing all aspects from normal radiographic anatomy to endodontic disease and trauma. An additional chapter covers techniques and interpretation with exotics in three sections: rabbits, ferrets and rodents. The book concludes with a look at future directions in this field.Essential reading for all veterinary practitioners, this book is also the ideal guide for trainees.Trade ReviewOverall, I liked this book a lot. It covers a broad range of topics and has interesting figures-such as the section in Dental Radiograph Interpretation Part A regarding the radiographic features of the teeth of different ages of cats and dogs. I found it easy to understand, with good annotations of the images, and clear explanations of the different pathologies presented. I think it would be a very useful , or, as the title promises, "practical" book for general practice veterinarians and veterinary students.- Teresa Bousquet, DVM, Park Veterinary Centre, Sherwood Park, Alberta, in Can Vet J 2020; 61(3):288. Table of ContentsChapter 1: Marketing Dental Radiography - Brook NiemiecChapter 2: The Importance of and Indications for Dental Radiology -Brook NiemiecChapter 3: Dental Radiography Equipment - Brook NiemiecChapter 4: Dental Radiographic Positioning - Brook NiemiecChapter 5: Scull and dental radiography with the use of medical x-ray and techniques- Jerzy GaworChapter 6: Developing / Processing Dental Radiographs - Brook NiemiecChapter 7: Common Errors of Dental Radiology Projection - Brook NiemiecChapter 8: Dental Radiograph Interpretation:a. General radiography determining age, size and character of the teeth imaged - Jerzy Gaworb. Normal Radiographic Anatomy - Brook Niemiecc. Periodontal Radiography - Jerzy Gaword. Radiographic interpretation for Endodontic disease - Brook Niemiece. Tooth hard tissue diseases - Jerzy Gaworf. Trauma - Jerzy Gaworg. Proliferative Lesions - Jerzy GaworChapter 9: Nasal cavity pathologies related to oral problems - Jerzy GaworChapter 10: Radiography of the temporomandibular joint and mandibular symphysis - Jerzy GaworChapter 11: Exotic techniques and interpretationa. Rabbits - Vladimir Jeklb. Ferrets - Vladimir Jeklc. Skull and dental radiography in pet rodents - Vladimir JeklChapter 12: Advanced and Future Options for Oral and Maxillofacial Imaging - Brook Niemiec

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Book SynopsisPublished by Sinauer Associates, an imprint of Oxford University Press. This anthology contains 37 articles published since 1974 in American Scientist, the journal of the scientific society Sigma Xi. While sequenced particularly to complement John Alcock''s Animal Behavior, this readily comprehensible and richly illustrated reader can stand alone as a sampler of the excitement and diversity of research approaches and organisms that constitute the modern study of animal behavior.

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Book SynopsisYour relationship with your dog can be one of the most rewarding you will ever experience. Your pet's sense of loyalty, fun and their unconditional love can bring an unparalleled joy into your life. But what if your dog could not only bring you happiness, but also good health?The Happy Dog Owner will show you how to cultivate a relationship with your dog that will actively improve your health and wellbeing, from helping you with physical tasks to comforting and supporting you in times of mental strife. Through psychology, scientifically proven training techniques and advice, human-animal interaction expert Dr Carri Westgarth will teach you how to harness the power of this special relationship to not only have a healthier, happier dog, but a healthier, happier you.Trade Review'Carri Westgarth's unique combination of scholarship and practical experience with dogs will make this the go-to book for every inquiring dog owner' Dr John Bradshaw, bestselling author of In Defence of Dogs.

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Book SynopsisHorses are fascinating and perceptive creatures. Developing a thorough understanding of how a horse interprets the world around them and deliberately being self-aware as a rider, are the essential skills to a successful and fulfilling partnership. In The Psychology of Horsemanship, well-known equestrian author and horse expert, Claire Lilley, shares her passion and knowledge about horses and riders developed from over forty years' experience in the equestrian world, and more recently several years in the mental health profession. Divided into three sections, the book covers: Equine psychology - the horses's senses, primary responses and emotion; Training psychology - the rider's communication, training and learning from past experiences; Relational psychology - the goals, the development and the challenges faced in successful horsemanship. With high-quality photographs, diagrams and extended real-life examples, this book explores the application of psychology to the world of horses and how the understanding and evolvement of the horse-rider relationship impacts on both mental and physical development.Trade ReviewThis is a heartening exploration of ways of being with horses that are satisfying and rewarding for both horse and human. * Therapy Today *I commend to you Claire Lilley's excellent book on The Psychology of Horsemanship. -- Capt S R A Nicholls, The Blues and Royals, Riding Master * The Household Cavalry Journal *

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Book SynopsisDogs are complex beings with a wide range of emotions and communication skills. "Dog Knows" by a canine behaviorist explores their vulnerability and unique ways of expressing themselves, offering insights into their world through a blend of reality, science, and storytelling.

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Book SynopsisThe philosophy of animal minds addresses profound questions about the nature of mind and the relationships between humans and other animals.In this fully revised and updated introductory text, Kristin Andrews introduces and assesses the essential topics, problems, and debates as they cut across animal cognition and philosophy of mind, citing historical and cutting-edge empirical data and case studies throughout.The second edition includes a new chapter on animal culture. There are also new sections on the evolution of consciousness and tool use in animals, as well as substantially revised sections on mental representation, belief, communication, theory of mind, animal ethics, and moral psychology.Further features such as chapter summaries, annotated further reading, and a glossary make The Animal Mind an indispensable introduction to those teaching philosophy of mind, philosophy of animal minds or animal cognition. It will also be anTrade Review"Essential for anyone interested in the philosophy of animal cognition. Andrews expertly combines science and philosophy to show how rich, complex, and varied animal minds can be. She also shows how the study of animal minds can improve our understanding of consciousness, language, reason, culture, morality, human nature, and more. If you want a new appreciation of the many animals you share the world with, as well as of yourself, you should read this book." - Jeff Sebo, New York University, USAPraise for the first edition:"… Andrews explores the philosophy of animal cognition fairly thoroughly and clearly, including ideas, claims, and counterclaims. … The Animal Mind is not for skimming; it should be read slowly, a section at a time, digested, and read again. However, the knowledge gained is worth the time invested. … Summing Up: Recommended." - CHOICE"Andrews does not merely present the major theories and latest research into animal cognition. She also evaluates the quality of that research and the arguments advanced by notable philosophers, psychologists, ethologists and biologists. For readers unfamiliar with the terminology frequently used by specialists in those fields, Andrews includes a clear glossary. Likewise, the entire book is written in an engaging style, avoiding the mind-numbing tendencies that introductory textbooks can produce." - Philosophy in Review"Andrews is terrifically knowledgeable about both the philosophy and science of animal minds and is not above coaxing the rest of us into this notoriously difficult subject with the judicious use of anecdotes and stories. This is the best introduction to the subject currently available." - Dale Jamieson, New York University, USA"An outstanding, highly readable, and carefully argued introduction to a variety of increasingly important topics in philosophy. I can think of no better way to get philosophers and cognitive scientists up to speed on the issues, and I look forward to teaching this book in my own courses on animal minds." - Bryce Huebner, Georgetown University, USA"This thoughtful and well-informed book is a very useful guide to the philosophical and empirical literatures on animal minds. It is accessibly written and well-pitched for students." - José Luis Bermúdez, Texas A&M University, USA"The Animal Mind is an ideal text for introductory classes in the growing field of the philosophy of cognitive ethology. It is also an excellent work of philosophy—one that challenges received wisdom and speculates about future lines of research. As interest in animals grows among philosophers and psychologists, this book provides stimulating reading for students and scholars alike." - Edward Minar, University of Arkansas, USATable of ContentsPreface to the second edition Acknowledgments, first edition Introduction 1. Other minds 2. Understanding animal behavior 3. The science of other minds 4. Consciousness 5. Can animals think? 6. Communication 7. Social knowledge 8. Culture 9. Moral minds. Glossary Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisThis study of maternal primate relationships focuses on motherhood and infancy within a complex ecological and sociological context.

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Book SynopsisThis work addresses the question of frog, toad and insect calls and the idea of encoded messages. Under discussion are subjects such as how does acoustic communication affect and reflect behavioural and evolutionary factors such as sexual selection and predator avoidance?

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Book SynopsisAre animals consciously aware of anything, or are they merely living machines incapable of conscious thoughts or emotions? How can we tell? In this volume Griffin demonstrates how communication between animals can serve as a window into what animals think and feel.

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Book SynopsisGorilla society is arranged according to the different and sometimes conflicting evolutionary goals of the sexes. This title introduces theories explaining primate societies; describes gorilla life history, ecology, and social systems; and explores both sexes' evolutionary strategies of survival and reproduction.

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Book SynopsisThe author draws on 16 years of research at Wind Cave National Park, South Dakota, in the USA, to provide this account of prairie dog social behaviour. Through comparisons with more than 300 other animal species, he offers new insights into basic theory in behavioural ecology and sociobiology.

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Book SynopsisForaging is fundamental to animal survival and reproduction, yet it is much more than a simple matter of finding food; it is a biological imperative. This title offers the mechanics of foraging, modern foraging theory, and foraging ecology.

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Book SynopsisIn this first comprehensive synthesis of the literature on food hoarding in animals, Stephen B. Vander Wall discusses how animals store food, how they use food and how this use affects individual fitness, why and how food hoarding evolved, how cached food is lost, mechanisms for protecting and recovering cached food, physiological and behavioral factors that influence hoarding, and the impact that hoarding animals have on plant populations and plant dispersal. He then provides detailed coverage of hoarding behavior across taxamammals, birds, and arthropodsto address issues in evolution, ecology, and behavior. Drawings, photographs, and appendixes document complex and intrinsically interesting food-hoarding behaviors, and the bibliography of nearly 1,500 sources is itself an invaluable and unique reference.

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Book SynopsisA study of animal personality is one of the fastest-growing areas of research in behavioral and evolutionary biology. It provides an overview of the research on animal personality.

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Book SynopsisDo you speak to your cat? Do you feel your cat understands you and vice versa?Cat lovers across the globe know cats can speak. In this compelling new book, Susanne Schotz a professor at Sweden's Lund University shares insights into her long-standing cat communication research. Proving that cats not only speak to one another, but also to their human caretakers.This clever book teaches us how to better understand our cats by translating their sounds, recognising their meaning in different situations and giving practical tips to understand them better.Unlocking the cat code, this crash course in cat phonetics is the perfect gift for cat-lovers everywhere.

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Book SynopsisThe forces of natural selection have been a primary driver in the evolution of adaptive animal behaviours. On the one hand animals must evade predation in order to survive and pass on their genes; on other hand, and for the same underlying reasons, animals must also be capable of successfully capturing prey.Table of ContentsGeneral Introduction xi What This Book Is About xiii How this book is organised xv Who this book is for xvi Acknowledgements xvi References xvii 1 Vision 2 1.1 The electromagnetic spectrum 3 1.2 Eyes: acuity and sensitivity 5 1.2.1 Foveae 6 1.3 Feature recognition and releasing behaviour 8 1.4 Prey capture in toads 9 1.4.1 Attack or avoid: ‘worms’ and ‘anti‐worms’ 9 1.4.2 Retinal processing 11 1.4.3 Feature detector neurons 12 1.4.4 Modulation and plasticity 14 1.4.5 Toad prey capture: the insects fight back 15 1.5 Beyond the visible spectrum 16 1.5.1 Pit organs 16 1.5.2 Thermotransduction 20 1.5.3 Brain processing and cross‐modal integration 21 1.5.4 Behaviour 22 1.5.5 Infrared defence signals 25 1.6 Aerial predators: dragonfly vision 27 1.6.1 Dragonfly eyes 27 1.6.2 Aerial pursuit 28 1.6.3 Predictive foveation 29 1.6.4 Reactive steering: STMDs and TSDNs 30 1.7 Summary 31 Abbreviations 32 References 32 2 Olfaction 36 2.1 Mechanisms of olfaction 38 2.1.1 Detection and specificity 38 2.1.2 Olfactory sub‐systems 40 2.1.3 Brain processing 41 2.2 Olfactory tracking and localisation 41 2.3 Pheromones and kairomones 45 2.3.1 Alarm pheromones 45 2.3.2 Predator odours 46 2.3.3 Dual purpose signals: the MUP family 47 2.3.4 Parasites: when kairomones go bad! 49 2.4 Summary 50 Abbreviations 51 References 51 3 Owl Hearing 54 3.1 Timing and intensity 56 3.2 Owl sound localisation mechanisms 58 3.3 Anatomy 60 3.4 Neural computation 61 3.4.1 The auditory map 62 3.4.2 Early stage processing 66 3.4.3 ITD processing 69 3.4.4 IID processing 76 3.5 Combining ITD and IID specificity in the inferior colliculus 77 3.6 Audio‐visual integration and experience‐dependent tuning of the auditory map 78 3.6.1 Audio‐visual discrepancy can re‐map the ICC‐ICX connections 80 3.6.2 Motor adaptation 82 3.6.3 Age and experience matter! 82 3.6.4 Cellular mechanisms of re‐mapping 82 3.7 Summary 83 Abbreviations 84 References 85 4 Mammalian Hearing 88 4.1 Spectral cues 90 4.1.1 Neural processing of spectral cues 90 4.2 Binaural processing 92 4.2.1 IID processing 93 4.2.2 ITD processing 94 4.2.3 Calyx of Held 99 4.3 Do mammals have a space map like owls? 100 4.4 Comparative studies in mammals 101 4.5 Summary 102 4.5.1 Caveats 102 Abbreviations 102 References 103 5 The Biosonar System of Bats 106 5.1 Bat echolocation 107 5.1.1 Why ultrasound? 108 5.1.2 Range limits 109 5.2 The sound production system 109 5.2.1 Types of sound: CF and FM pulses 110 5.2.2 Echolocation in predation: a three‐phase attack strategy 112 5.2.3 Duty cycle and pulse‐echo overlap 113 5.3 The sound reception system 114 5.3.1 Bats have big ears 114 5.3.2 Peripheral specialisations: automatic gain control and acoustic fovea 115 5.4 Eco‐physiology: different calls for different situations 116 5.4.1 Target discovery 117 5.4.2 Target range and texture 118 5.4.3 Target location 119 5.4.4 Target velocity: the Doppler shift 119 5.4.5 Target identity: flutter detection 121 5.4.6 Jamming avoidance response 123 5.4.7 Food competition and intentional jamming 123 5.5 Brain mechanisms of echo detection 124 5.5.1 The auditory cortex 125 5.5.2 Range and size analysis: the FM‐FM area 125 5.5.3 Velocity analysis: the CF‐CF area 128 5.5.4 Fine frequency analysis: the DSCF area 130 5.6 Evolutionary considerations 131 5.7 The insects fight back 132 5.7.1 Moth ears and evasive action 132 5.7.2 Bad taste 133 5.7.3 Shouting back 134 5.8 Final thoughts 135 5.9 Summary 136 Abbreviations 137 References 137 6 Electrolocation and Electric Organs 140 6.1 Passive electrolocation 142 6.1.1 Ampullary electroreceptors 142 6.1.2 Prey localisation 145 6.1.3 Mammalian electrolocation 146 6.2 Electric fish 148 6.3 Strongly electric fish 151 6.3.1 Freshwater fish: the electric eel 151 6.3.2 Marine fish: The electric ray 156 6.3.3 Avoiding self‐electrocution 158 6.4 Active electrolocation 158 6.4.1 Weakly electric fish 158 6.4.2 Tuberous electroreceptors 161 6.4.3 Brain maps for active electrolocation 163 6.4.4 Avoiding detection mostly 164 6.4.5 Frequency niches 166 6.4.6 The jamming avoidance response 167 6.5 Summary 174 Abbreviations 175 References 175 7 The Crayfish Escape Tail‐Flip 178 7.1 Invertebrate vs. vertebrate nervous systems 179 7.2 Tail‐flip form and function 180 7.3 Command neurons 182 7.4 Motor output 184 7.4.1 Directional control 184 7.4.2 Rectifying electrical synapses 186 7.4.3 Depolarising inhibition 188 7.4.4 FF drive and the segmental giant neuron 189 7.4.5 Limb activity during GF tail‐flips 189 7.4.6 Tail extension 190 7.4.7 Non‐giant tail‐flips 190 7.5 Activation of GF tail‐flips 191 7.5.1 Coincidence detection 193 7.5.2 Habituation and prevention of self‐stimulation 195 7.6 Modulation and neuroeconomics 196 7.6.1 Mechanisms of modulation 197 7.6.2 Serotonin modulation 198 7.7 Social status, serotonin and the crayfish tail‐flip 198 7.7.1 Social status effects on tail‐flip threshold 199 7.7.2 Serotonin effects on tail‐flip threshold depend on social status 200 7.8 Evolution and adaptations of the tail‐flip circuitry 202 7.8.1 Penaeus: a unique myelination mechanism gives ultra‐rapid conduction 205 7.9 Summary 208 Abbreviations 208 References 209 8 Fish Escape: the Mauthner System 212 8.1 Fish ears and the lateral line 214 8.1.1 Directional sensitivity 215 8.2 Mauthner cells 215 8.2.1 Biophysical properties 217 8.3 Sensory inputs to M‐cells 218 8.3.1 Feedforward inhibition and threshold setting 220 8.3.2 PHP neurons: electrical inhibition 220 8.4 Directional selectivity and the lateral line 222 8.4.1 Obstacle avoidance 223 8.5 M‐cell output 223 8.5.1 Feedback electrical inhibition: collateral PHP neurons 223 8.5.2 Spinal motor output 224 8.5.3 Spinal inhibitory interneurons: CoLos 224 8.6 The Mauthner system: command, control and flexibility 226 8.7 Stage 2 and beyond 230 8.8 Social status and escape threshold 230 8.9 Adaptations and modifications of the M‐circuit 233 8.10 Predators fight back: the amazing tentacled snake 235 8.11 Summary 239 Abbreviations 239 References 240 9 The Mammalian Startle Response 244 9.1 Pathologies 246 9.2 Neural circuitry of the mammalian startle response 248 9.3 Modulation of startle 250 9.4 Summary 250 Abbreviations 251 References 251 10 The Ballistic Attack of Archer Fish 254 10.1 The water pistol 255 10.2 Perceptual problems and solutions 257 10.3 Learning to shoot 260 10.4 Prey retrieval by archer fish 261 10.4.1 Computing the landing point 262 10.4.2 Orientation 263 10.4.3 Dash to the target 264 10.5 Summary 264 References 265 11 Catapults for Attack and Escape 266 11.1 The bow and arrow 268 11.2 Catapults require multi‐stage motor programmes 269 11.3 Grasshopper jumping 270 11.3.1 Biomechanics 270 11.3.2 The behaviour 270 11.3.3 The hind legs 271 11.3.4 The motor programme 273 11.3.5 Directional control 279 11.3.6 Evolution of the grasshopper strategy 279 11.4 Froghoppers: the champion insect jumpers 280 11.4.1 Ratchet locks 282 11.4.2 Synchronisation 282 11.5 Mantis shrimps 284 11.5.1 Mantis shrimp catapults 285 11.5.2 Cavitation bubbles 287 11.6 Snapping (pistol) shrimps 288 11.7 Multi‐function mouthparts: the trap‐jaw ant 291 11.8 Prey capture with prehensile tongues 293 11.8.1 The chameleon tongue: sliding springs and supercontracting muscles 293 11.8.2 Salamander tongue projection 297 11.9 Temperature independence of catapults 300 11.10 Summary 300 Abbreviations 301 References 301 12 Molluscan Defence and Escape Systems 304 12.1 Squid jet propulsion 306 12.1.1 Biomechanics 306 12.1.2 Neural circuitry 307 12.1.3 Jetting behaviour 311 12.2 Inking 312 12.2.1 Neuroecology of inking 314 12.2.2 Neural circuitry of inking 315 12.3 Cephalopod colour and shape control 316 12.3.1 Chromatophores 317 12.3.2 Iridophores 319 12.3.3 Leucophores 321 12.3.4 Photophores 321 12.3.5 Body shape and dermal papillae 322 12.4 Summary 323 Abbreviations 323 References 323 13 Neurotoxins for Attack and Defence 326 13.1 Cone snails 328 13.1.1 The biology of cone snail envenomation 329 13.1.2 Conopeptides 333 13.1.3 The billion dollar mollusc 340 13.1.4 ‘Rapid’ conch escape 341 13.2 The neuroethology of ‘zombie’ cockroaches 343 13.2.1 Sensory mechanisms of stinger precision 344 13.2.2 Transient paralysis 345 13.2.3 Intense grooming 346 13.2.4 Docile hypokinesia 346 13.3 Venom resistance 347 13.3.1 Targeting pain pathways 350 13.3.2 From pain to analgesia 350 13.4 Summary 352 Abbreviations 352 References 352 14 Concluding Thoughts 356 14.1 The need for speed 358 14.2 Safety in numbers 360 14.3 The unbalancing influences of humankind 361 References 363 Index 364

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