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It is distinguished by its balanced treatment of both the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary causes of behaviour, and stresses the utility of evolutionary theory in unifying the different behavioural disciplines. Important concepts are explained by reference to key illustrative studies, which are described in sufficient detail to help students appreciate the role of the scientific process in producing research discoveries. Examples are drawn evenly from studies of invertebrates and vertebrates, and are supported by nearly 1300 reference citations. The writing style is clear: beginning students should have no difficulty following the material, despite the strong conceptual orientation of the text.
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Reviews:
'...top-notch and well developed introduction to the field of animal behaviour. Alcock's is a very engaging book.' - Animal Behaviour
'In summary, this is one of the most comprehensive textbooks on the study of behavior. Its readability is exemplary. Concepts and discoveries are presented from an evolutionary perspective and through the logic of hypothesis-testing. Students learn not only about animal behavior, but they are shown how scientists pursue knowledge.' - Quarterly Review of Biology
Contents:
Evolutionary Approach to Animal Behavior
The Proximate Causes of Behavior: Analyzing Communication
Development of Behavior: Role of Genes
Development of Behavior: Role of the Environment
Control of Behavior: Neural Mechanisms
Control of Behavior: Organizing Mechanisms
Evolution of Communication: Historical Pathways
Evolution of Communication: Adaptation in Signalers and Receivers
Adaptive Responses to Predators
Adaptive Feeding Behavior
Choosing Adaptively Where to Live
Male and Female Reproductive Tactics
Evolution of Mating Systems
Adaptive Tactics of Parents
Evolution of Social Behavior
Evolution of Human Behavior
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This classic text offering a balanced treatment of the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary bases of behavior has been thoroughly rewritten and updated with recent work in the field
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- PublisherSinauer Associates Inc.,U.S.
- Publication date2001
- ISBN 10 0878930116
- ISBN 13 9780878930111
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages550
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