By John Alcock

20 Best Books About Animal Behavior

By John Alcock

Rubenstein Author

This textbook presents all basic principles of animal behaviour in a clear and concise manner and illustrates the key concepts with examples from a wide range of species. It is an ideal introduction to the study of animal behaviour, and is also a valuable resource for more advanced students and researchers.

The book is divided into nine sections, each of which covers a different aspect of animal behaviour. The first section introduces the basic concepts of animal behaviour, including the definition of behaviour, the methods used to study it, and the evolution of behaviour. The second section covers the mechanisms of behaviour, including the nervous system, the endocrine system, and the genetic basis of behaviour. The third section covers the development of behaviour, including the effects of early experience and the role of learning. The fourth section covers the ecology of behaviour, including the effects of the environment on behaviour and the role of behaviour in survival and reproduction. The fifth section covers the social behaviour of animals, including the formation and maintenance of social groups, the evolution of cooperation, and the role of aggression. The sixth section covers the cognitive behaviour of animals, including the ability of animals to learn, solve problems, and make decisions. The seventh section covers the applied aspects of animal behaviour, including the use of animal behaviour in conservation, management, and therapy. The eighth section covers the history of the study of animal behaviour, and the ninth section covers the future of the study of animal behaviour.

The textbook is well-written and well-organized, and is packed with information. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in animal behaviour.