5 Best Books on Animal Behaviour

“Animal Behaviour: An evolutionary approach” Book Review: This book provides treatment of the underlying factors and transformative bases of behavior, with a focus on the importance of developmental theory for integrating different societies. It is widely used in courses on animal behavior due to its clear and accessible writing style, numerous detailed examples, figures, and diagrams (all with full bibliographic information), and balanced coverage of proximate and ultimate causes of behavior in both vertebrates and invertebrates. In addition, the ancillary materials provided for the course instructor are both useful and diverse. This book is highly enjoyable to read, both for those who are familiar with the field and for those who are just beginning to explore the wonders of animal behavior.

“The behaviour of animals :mechanisms, evolution and function” Book Review: This book is a perfect choice for science, experimental psychology, and neuroscience courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. It includes a series of contributions from experts around the world and features a diverse range of approaches to animal behavior. The book covers all levels of the subject, from molecules and neurons to individuals and populations, and draws on the pioneering work of Dutch ethologist Niko Tinbergen. It addresses all four of Tinbergen’s key questions, including causation, development, function, and evolution. The book also covers contemporary topics, such as animal welfare, conservation, neurobiology, and animal consciousness.

“Animal Behaviour : an evolutionary approach” Book Review: This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the fundamental tools and developmental foundations of behavior, approached through a scientific lens. The author emphasizes how developmental theory unites the various sub-disciplines within animal behavior, with these key points also featured in the final chapter on human behavior. This chapter delves into the overarching and ultimate causes of language and mate choice within our species. The latest edition retains the standout features of previous versions, including the clear, engaging writing style, beautifully illustrated text with numerous new photographs, and citations to a wealth of recent scientific articles. The book also includes many new and revised discussion questions integrated throughout the text.

“Animal Behaviour : an evolutionary approach” Book Review: The latest edition of this book has undergone a complete overhaul and incorporates recent research in animal behavior, resulting in a fully updated text. Notably, the book now includes discussion questions integrated into the text, rather than added at the end of each chapter. This format is designed to encourage students to reflect on the material they have learned and to promote a problem-solving approach to the subject for instructors. As in previous editions, the book explores how evolutionary biologists study all aspects of behavior, with a clear treatment of both the underlying mechanisms and evolutionary causes of behavior, emphasizing the usefulness of evolutionary theory in integrating the various social disciplines.

“Farm Animal Well-Being: Stress Physiology, Animal Behavior and Environmental Design” Book Review: This book acts as a guide for the senior level undergraduate students who deal with farm animal well-being with perspectives on stress, behavior, and environmental design. It is well-suited for agricultural courses such as farm animal behavior, farm animal production, and environmental management for farm animals. The book emphasizes on the social, dietary, and physical considerations required to maintain a balanced and low-stress environment for farm animals. It also covers a wide range of environmental needs of animals, how these needs are met, and the significance of providing an adequate environment for animal well-being and economic benefits in animal enterprises. Moreover, it is also beneficial for livestock producers and all professionals serving the animal industry.