Predator Recognition in Birds: The Use of Key Features
by Fuchs, Roman, Petr Vesely, Jana Nacarova

Format: Paperback
Code: 14946
Condition: New
Product Details
This SpringerBrief answers the question on how birds recognize their predators using multidisciplinary approaches and outlines paths of the future research of predator recognition. A special focus is put on the role of key features to discriminate against predators and non-predators. The first part of the book provides a comprehensive review of the mechanisms of predator recognition based on classical ethological studies in untrained birds. The second part introduces a new view on the topic treating theories of cognitive ethology. This approach involves examination of conditioned domestic pigeons and highlights the actual abilities of birds to recognize and categorize.
ISBN: 9783030124021
Publisher: Springer
Year of Publication: 2019
Page Count: 117