Essentials of Animal Behaviour (Paperback)

Peter J.B. Slater

ISBN 10: 0521629969 / ISBN 13: 9780521629966

Published by Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, 1999

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Paperback. Essentials of Animal Behaviour is an introduction to the study of animal behaviour and is primarily intended for first or second year undergraduates attending short courses in the subject. The book concentrates on putting across the basic principles as briefly and lucidly as possible with the aid of carefully selected examples from both the recent and classic literature, together with numerous illustrations. It will enthuse readers with this active and exciting area of research, and will lay a solid foundation on which further study may be based. Its simple and readable style, helped by an extensive glossary, will also make it useful to senior level school students, their teachers and those with a general interest in the subject. It will be particularly rewarding for all those needing the basics in animal behaviour, behavioural ecology and comparative psychology. A basic introduction, with a comprehensive glossary, illustrations and numerous examples, this book provides a firm foundation for those studying animal behaviour or comparative psychology. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Essentials of Animal Behaviour (Paperback)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press, Cambridge
• Publication Date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521629969
• ISBN 13: 9780521629966
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

Essentials of Animal Behaviour is an introduction to the study of animal behavior that is primarily intended for first- or second-year undergraduates. The book aims to get across the basic principles of the subject as briefly and lucidly as possible with the aid of carefully selected examples from both recent and classic research, together with numerous illustrations. The text will stimulate readers with its active and exciting treatment of the research, and will lay a solid foundation on which further study may be based. Its simple and readable style, helped by an extensive glossary, will make it useful and enjoyable reading for all those with an interest in the subjects of animal behavior, behavioral ecology, and comparative psychology.

Book Description

Essentials of Animal Behaviour provides a basic introduction to animal behaviour for biology or psychology students. It uses clear and simple language to enthuse the student in this exciting area of research, and lays a firm foundation for further study. Aided by an extensive glossary and numerous illustrations, it will provide a stimulating introduction to the subject for all students of animal behaviour, behavioural ecology and comparative psychology.