Encyclopedia of Animal Behavior [3 volumes]

The first book of its kind this encyclopedia provides a fascinating insight into all aspects of animal behaviour This A to Z encyclopedia covers all aspects of the field of animal behaviour, including conservation biology, hormones and behaviour, comparative psychology, behavioural ecology, neurobiology and behaviour, and behaviour genetics. Entries are written by experts and are accessible to the layperson and to students. Many entries are illustrated by sidebars on interesting aspects of that topic. The first work of its kind, in a field in which there is growing interest Contains contributions by leading figures in the field, including Jane Goodall Combines first-rate scholars and scholarship with ease of access on a topic of broad general interest