Bird Nests and Construction Behaviour - Couverture rigide

Hansell, Mike

 
9780521460385: Bird Nests and Construction Behaviour
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ISBN 10 : 0521460387 ISBN 13 : 9780521460385
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2000

Synopsis

Bird Nests and Construction Behaviour provides a broad view of our understanding of the biology of the nests, bowers and tools made by birds. It illustrates how, among vertebrates, the building abilities of birds are more impressive and consistent than for any other builders other than ourselves, yet birds seem to require no special equipment, and use quite uncomplicated behaviour. In doing so, the book raises general issues in the field of behavioural ecology including the costs of reproduction, sexual selection and the organisation and complexity of behaviour. Written for students and researchers of animal behaviour, behavioural ecology and ornithology, it will nevertheless make fascinating reading for architects and engineers interested in understanding how structures are created by animals.

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Revue de presse

'A stimulating read for scientists and birdwatchers alike.' Charles Deeming, BBC Wildlife

'Mike Hansell's well-written book ... provides an excellent overview ... bird nests are beautiful and serve their purpose well. the same can also be said of this book.' Tore Slagsvold, Nature

'... a scholarly written review on a marvellous subject. It is beautifully illustrated and makes fascinating reading. I recommend it to all students, researchers and amateur ornithologists interested in avian ecology and behaviour.' Tamás Székely, Trends in Ecology and Evolution

'... a valuable book that will be of particular interest to ornithologists and would serve as a useful supplement in ornithology courses.' Charles R. Brown, Animal Behaviour

' ... an interesting read and should have a broad appeal to all ornithologists.' Ibis

'Hansell's book contains loads of information that will be both helpful to the scientist and interesting to the enthusiast. ... is thorough, engaging, and fun to read. Hansell's book will be enjoyed by students of ornithology, animal behavior, ecology, and evolutionary biology. It will become a valuable part of the collections of university libraries, professional ornithologists, and those generally enthusiastic about all things avian.' Rebecca Jo Safran, Cornell University

Présentation de l'éditeur

Bird Nests and Construction Behaviour provides a broad view of our understanding of the biology of the nests, bowers and tools made by birds. It illustrates how, among vertebrates, the building abilities of birds are more impressive and consistent than for any other builders other than ourselves, yet birds seem to require no special equipment, and use quite uncomplicated behaviour. In doing so, the book raises general issues in the field of behavioural ecology including the costs of reproduction, sexual selection and the organisation and complexity of behaviour. Written for students and researchers of animal behaviour, behavioural ecology and ornithology, it will nevertheless make fascinating reading for architects and engineers interested in understanding how structures are created by animals.

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Éditeur
Cambridge University Press
Date d'édition
2000
Langue
anglais
ISBN 10 
0521460387
ISBN 13 
9780521460385
Reliure
Relié
Illustrateur
Overhill Raith
Nombre de pages
294
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
Avery
https://www.avery.fr/

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Dardilly
France

Autres éditions populaires du même titre

9780521017640: Bird Nests & Construction Behaviour

Edition présentée

ISBN 10 :  0521017645 ISBN 13 :  9780521017640
Editeur : Cambridge University Press, 2008
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