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.
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.
Dr Graham Scott is a biological sciences lecturer at the University of Hull, UK. He has a diverse range of research interests and is committed to the development of teaching at university level.
Inhaltsangabe
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 ProcessingFood.
7. Avoiding Predation: Staying Alive Against The Odds.
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 ProcessingFood.
7. Avoiding Predation: Staying Alive Against The Odds.
8. Reproductive Behavior: Passing On Your Genes
Rezensionen
"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
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