{"product_id":"comparative-psychology-paperback-softback","title":"Comparative Psychology - Paperback \/ softback","description":"\u003cp\u003eAre bird songs learned or genetically programmed? \u003cbr\u003eHow do animals attract the opposite sex? \u003cbr\u003eHow does play affect development? \u003cbr\u003eHow do wolves signal surrender? \u003cbr\u003eWhich animals have been observed using tools? \u003cbr\u003eDo squirrels ever forget food caches? \u003cbr\u003eHow do bees differentiate between hives? \u003cbr\u003eCan some animals count? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExamines the state of the art-and its evolution \u003cbr\u003eExploring the full range of animal behavior studies, this authoritative Handbook covers the current state of the art as well as important historical developments in the field since its beginnings over a century ago. It features original essays by comparative psychologists and other animal behavior researchers in experimental psychology who examine and report on the latest research and discoveries in the areas of evolution, development, and species-typical behavior. \u003cbr\u003eDiscusses all other major approaches to animal behavior \u003cbr\u003eThe Handbook is the only major reference work to offer a unique psychological perspective of the field. It is also the only one to provide numerous examples of other major approaches to animal behavior, and to discuss and compare them. Arranged in eight major sections for quick and efficient information retrieval, the Handbook: \u003cbr\u003eCovers the history and philosophical foundations of comparative psychology, spotlights key figures, and provides international perspectives. \u003cbr\u003eSurveys all the important concepts, issues, and theoretical developments in the field.\u003cbr\u003eAddresses the latest methodology, focusing on apparatus, research design, statistical techniques, and zoo research. \u003cbr\u003eDeals with physiological correlates of behavior, hormones, pheromones, sensation and perception, and sleep.\u003cbr\u003eProvides intensive examinations of the behavior of a wide variety of species and groups of animals, from cephalopods and insects to wolves and primates. \u003cbr\u003eCovers the key psychological processes of learning and development of behavior, a major emphasis of the field that distinguishes it from other approaches. \u003cbr\u003eTreats the full range of functional behaviors by which individuals and species ensure survival and reproductive success. \u003cbr\u003eAnalyzes cognitive processes, describing complex patterns of behavior in terms of information processing and use. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal as a source book for students in comparative psychology, ethology, sociobiology, anthropology, and evolutionary psychology, the Handbook is also a handy reference for scientists working in these fields and for the lay person who wants to understand animal behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Taylor \u0026 Francis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45583757050094,"sku":"9781138971332","price":54.39,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/9612\/7726\/files\/9781138971332.jpg?v=1721102558","url":"https:\/\/bookland.com.au\/products\/comparative-psychology-paperback-softback","provider":"Book Land AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}