The Behavior of Penguins: Adapted to Ice and Tropics (Suny Animal Behavior)

Muller-Schwarze, Dietland

ISBN 10: 0873958675 / ISBN 13: 9780873958677

Published by State University of New York Press, 1985

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USED book in GOOD condition. Great binding, pages and cover show normal signs of wear from use.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Behavior of Penguins: Adapted to Ice and Tropics (Suny Animal Behavior)
• Publisher: State University of New York Press
• Publication Date: 1985
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0873958675
• ISBN 13: 9780873958677
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: good

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Synopsis

"Strange geese." That was their description when they were discovered in 1520 during Magellan's historic voyage. Today, penguins are familiar to everyone, yet few researchers have observed them in the remote regions in which they live.

Written by an ecologist-behaviorist who has worked extensively in the natural penguin habitat, The Behavior of Penguins is the first general work on the entire family of penguins. Numerous and remarkable field photographs document the author's detailed study of the life cycles and breeding patterns of each penguin species. He brings to light their unusual abilities to go with little food for months, to dive deep in the ocean, and to protect themselves in extreme environments. Müller-Schwarze's comprehensive and fascinating account of penguins also emphasizes the urgent need to protect these birds and their natural habitat.

About the Author

Dietland Müller-Schwarze is Professor of Biology at the College of Environmental Science and Forestry, State University of New York, Syracuse.