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Presents a study on the evolution of sexual selection in birds, as addressed through a research program by an ornithologist. This book also gives a portrait of the challenges and constraints of experimental design facing any field investigator working with animal behaviour.
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A comprehensive review of avian incubation. This work covers aspects of Incubation Biology from evolution to practical aspects. It is intended for both applied and pure scientists in the fields of Incubation and Ornithology.
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Reviewing our understanding of avian population dynamics, this work explores ways in which population studies can contribute to effective conservation and management. It reviews general questions such as estimation of demographic parameters, the role of mathematical modelling, an ...
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Deals with three topical aspects of the reproductive biology of birds: sexual selection, parental care, and mating systems. This illustrated book provides a review of empirical evidence from birds relating to the major theories of sexual selection, mate choice, and mating systems ...
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Reports and summarizes the findings of several studies that have used ptilochronology as a research tool. This work provides a practical resource as well as a source of understanding of how the technique can be used to address important questions in avian biology. It is useful fo ...
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This volume covers all 572 species of birds known to occur within the 7100 islands that make up the Philippines. Many are now endangered, due to high levels of habitat destruction. The book gives detailed information on plumage, voice, range, distribution, status and habitat.
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Covering almost all the main aspects of aerial locomotion by birds, this book includes sections on the history of thinking about bird flight, aerodynamics, functional morphology, evolution, kinematics, physiology, energetics and the cost of flight. It argues for a rethinking or e ...
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