Download or read book Animal Behavior written by Michael D. Breed and published by Academic Press. This book was released on 2021-11-24 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Animal Behavior, Third Edition covers animal behavior from its neurological underpinnings to the importance of behavior in conservation. The book's authors, Michael Breed and Janice Moore, bring almost 60 years of combined experience as university professors, much of that teaching animal behavior. Chapters cover this social behavior and the relationship between parasites, pathogens and behavior. Thoughtful coverage has also been given to foraging behavior, mating and parenting behavior, anti-predator behavior, and learning. The book addresses the physiological foundations of behavior in a way that is both accessible and inviting, with each chapter beginning with learning objectives and ending with thought-provoking questions. Additionally, special terms and definitions are highlighted throughout, making this book an essential work for students and academic seeking a foundation in the field. - Provides a rich resource on animal science and behavior for students and professors from a wide range of life science disciplines - Features updated and revised chapters, with new case studies and high-definition illustrations - Highlights new focuses on animal welfare issues and companion animal behavior