Buch, Englisch, 3048 Seiten, Format (B × H): 216 mm x 276 mm
Buch, Englisch, 3048 Seiten, Format (B × H): 216 mm x 276 mm
ISBN: 978-0-12-813251-7
Verlag: William Andrew Publishing
Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior, Second Edition, Four Volume Set the latest update since the 2010 release, builds upon the solid foundation established in the first edition. Updated sections include Host-parasite interactions, Vertebrate social behavior, and the introduction of 'overview essays' that boost the book's comprehensive detail. The structure for the work is modified to accommodate a better grouping of subjects. Some chapters have been reshuffled, with section headings combined or modified.
- Represents a one-stop resource for scientifically reliable information on animal behavior
- Provides comparative approaches, including the perspective of evolutionary biologists, physiologists, endocrinologists, neuroscientists and psychologists
- Includes multimedia features in the online version that offer accessible tools to readers looking to deepen their understanding
Zielgruppe
<p>Upper-undergraduate students and above, researchers in biology, psychology, veterinary science, and medicine (especially, psychiatry and neurology). Professionals in fields related to animal behavior (<i>e.g.</i> conservation biologists, zookeepers, park rangers, animal trainers, veterinarians, researchers and practitioners in pest management, nature photographers).</p>
Fachgebiete
- Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Tierkunde / Zoologie Tierethologie
- Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften: Allgemeines Enzyklopädien, Nachschlagewerke, Wörterbücher
- Interdisziplinäres Wissenschaften Wissenschaften Interdisziplinär Neurowissenschaften, Kognitionswissenschaft
- Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Tierkunde / Zoologie Tierphysiologie
- Naturwissenschaften Agrarwissenschaften Tierhaltung
Weitere Infos & Material
Genes and Behavior Animal Welfare and Conservation Migration and Orientation Evolution Methodology Foraging Overview essays Social Behavior Host-parasite interactions Learning and teaching Landmark Studies Reproductive Behavior Hormones and Behavior Neurons and Senses Predator-Prey Interactions Cognition Communication