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Principles and applications of domestic animal behavior : an introductory text

In order to understand and manage animals in their natural or captive environments we must first understand why animals do what they do and recognize limitations in their ability to adapt to different environments. Drawing on the author's considerable experience in both teaching and research, this introductory-level textbook describes the basic principles underlying animal behavior
Print Book, English, ©2008
CABI, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, ©2008
ix, 332 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm
9781845933982, 1845933982
226038028
Introduction
Interaction of heredity and environment
Behavior genetics
Early experience and behavioral development
Learning
Biological rhythms
Mating systems and reproduction
Male sexual behavior
Female sexual behavior
Maternal behavior
Communication
Agonistic behavior
Social organization
Personal space and social dynamics
Human-animal interactions
Animal handling and movement
Atypical behavior and behavioral therapy