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Book Synopsis
* Coverage ranges from the genetic and neurobiological control of behavior to the learning, development, and function of behavior in an evolutionary context. * Includes examples from both marine and terrestrial environments around the world. * Social behavior is covered throughout the text.

Trade Review
"A highly readable, well-designed, concise account of animal behaviour."
Tim Birkhead, Sheffield University, UK

"Scott presents a fascinating subject in an arresting manner, condensing his material but not sacrificing detail." Times Higher Education Supplement, December 2005



Table of Contents
Preface.

1. Introduction.

2. Controlling Behavior: The Role Of The Nervous System.

3. The Motivation And Organization Of Behavior.

4. The Development Of Behavior.

5. Communication.

6. Foraging Behavior: Finding, Choosing, And Processing Food.

7. Avoiding Predation: Staying Alive Against The Odds.

8. Reproductive Behavior: Passing On Your Genes

Essential Animal Behavior

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      Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd
      Publication Date: 09/07/2004
      ISBN13: 9780632057993, 978-0632057993
      ISBN10: 0632057998
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      Description

      Book Synopsis
      * Coverage ranges from the genetic and neurobiological control of behavior to the learning, development, and function of behavior in an evolutionary context. * Includes examples from both marine and terrestrial environments around the world. * Social behavior is covered throughout the text.

      Trade Review
      "A highly readable, well-designed, concise account of animal behaviour."
      Tim Birkhead, Sheffield University, UK

      "Scott presents a fascinating subject in an arresting manner, condensing his material but not sacrificing detail." Times Higher Education Supplement, December 2005



      Table of Contents
      Preface.

      1. Introduction.

      2. Controlling Behavior: The Role Of The Nervous System.

      3. The Motivation And Organization Of Behavior.

      4. The Development Of Behavior.

      5. Communication.

      6. Foraging Behavior: Finding, Choosing, And Processing Food.

      7. Avoiding Predation: Staying Alive Against The Odds.

      8. Reproductive Behavior: Passing On Your Genes

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