Avian Brood Parasitism
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The Avian Brood Parasites
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Author : Paul A. Johnsgard
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 1997-11-06
The Avian Brood Parasites written by Paul A. Johnsgard and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997-11-06 with Science categories.
The evolutionary, ecological and behavioral questions posed by obligate brood parasites are among the most intriguing of all contemporary ornithological topics. Avian brood parasites lay their eggs in the nests of other birds and may be a major contributing factor driving several species of songbirds to near extinction. As one of the first books to present a comprehensive overview of this fascinating phenomenon, this work discusses the comparative biology and co-evolutionary adaptations exhibited by the five families of birds that engage in such behavior. Several chapters dealing with the comparative biology of both intraspecific and interspecific brood parasites, are followed by individual accounts of all known species--nearly 100 altogether, primarily cowbirds and cuckoos. Some of the more remarkable behavioral and structural adaptations of these birds include egg mimicry, juvenile mimicry, elimination by starvation or actual attack of other nestlings or host eggs, and even the learning and partial mimicry of host song traits. An extended glossary, a list of Latin names, 400 literature citations and range maps of all parasitic species discussed are also included. Detailed line drawings by the author enhance this synthesis of biological and ecological information.
Avian Brood Parasitism
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Author : Manuel Soler
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-05-02
Avian Brood Parasitism written by Manuel Soler and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-05-02 with Science categories.
Brood parasitism has become one of the most flourishing areas of research in evolutionary ecology and one of the best model systems for investigating coevolution. This subject has undergone remarkable advances during the last two decades, but has not been covered by any book in the 21st century. This book offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the fascinating field of avian brood parasitism. The topics covered include conspecific brood parasitism; evolution and phylogenetic history of avian brood parasites; parasitic behaviour used by brood parasites; adaptations and counter-adaptations of brood parasites and their hosts at every stage of the breeding cycle (before laying, egg, chick and fledgling stages); factors affecting the evolution of host defences and parasitic attacks; the role of phenotypic plasticity in host defences; mechanisms driving egg recognition and rejection; evolution of nest sharing or nest killing by brood parasite chicks; begging behaviour in parasitized nests and food delivery by host adults; and recognition of conspecifics by juvenile brood parasites. This volume provides a comprehensive reference resource for readers and researchers with an interest in birds, behaviour and evolution, as well as a source of hypotheses and predictions for future investigations into this dynamic subject.
Avian Brood Parasitism
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Author : Manuel Soler
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-04-07
Avian Brood Parasitism written by Manuel Soler and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-04-07 with Science categories.
Brood parasitism has become one of the most flourishing areas of research in evolutionary ecology and one of the best model systems for investigating coevolution. This subject has undergone remarkable advances during the last two decades, but has not been covered by any book in the 21st century. This book offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the fascinating field of avian brood parasitism. The topics covered include conspecific brood parasitism; evolution and phylogenetic history of avian brood parasites; parasitic behaviour used by brood parasites; adaptations and counter-adaptations of brood parasites and their hosts at every stage of the breeding cycle (before laying, egg, chick and fledgling stages); factors affecting the evolution of host defences and parasitic attacks; the role of phenotypic plasticity in host defences; mechanisms driving egg recognition and rejection; evolution of nest sharing or nest killing by brood parasite chicks; begging behaviour in parasitized nests and food delivery by host adults; and recognition of conspecifics by juvenile brood parasites. This volume provides a comprehensive reference resource for readers and researchers with an interest in birds, behaviour and evolution, as well as a source of hypotheses and predictions for future investigations into this dynamic subject.
Avian Brood Parasitism
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Author : Manuel Soler
language : en
Publisher: Springer
Release Date : 2018-12-09
Avian Brood Parasitism written by Manuel Soler and has been published by Springer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-12-09 with Science categories.
Brood parasitism has become one of the most flourishing areas of research in evolutionary ecology and one of the best model systems for investigating coevolution. This subject has undergone remarkable advances during the last two decades, but has not been covered by any book in the 21st century. This book offers a comprehensive and up-to-date overview of the fascinating field of avian brood parasitism. The topics covered include conspecific brood parasitism; evolution and phylogenetic history of avian brood parasites; parasitic behaviour used by brood parasites; adaptations and counter-adaptations of brood parasites and their hosts at every stage of the breeding cycle (before laying, egg, chick and fledgling stages); factors affecting the evolution of host defences and parasitic attacks; the role of phenotypic plasticity in host defences; mechanisms driving egg recognition and rejection; evolution of nest sharing or nest killing by brood parasite chicks; begging behaviour in parasitized nests and food delivery by host adults; and recognition of conspecifics by juvenile brood parasites. This volume provides a comprehensive reference resource for readers and researchers with an interest in birds, behaviour and evolution, as well as a source of hypotheses and predictions for future investigations into this dynamic subject.
Evolution And Function Of Acoustic And Visual Signals In Avian Brood Parasitism
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Author : Canchao Yang
language : en
Publisher: Frontiers Media SA
Release Date : 2022-07-01
Evolution And Function Of Acoustic And Visual Signals In Avian Brood Parasitism written by Canchao Yang and has been published by Frontiers Media SA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-07-01 with Science categories.
The Avian Brood Parasites
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Author : Paul Austin Johnsgard
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2023
The Avian Brood Parasites written by Paul Austin Johnsgard and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023 with Brood parasites categories.
Discusses all of the world's nearly 100 species of obligatory brood parasites - those birds that reproduce only by laying their eggs in the nests of other species - and the ecological and evolutionary aspects of this remarkable behavioural adaptation.
The History Of Our Knowledge Of Avian Brood Parasitism
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Author : Herbert Friedmann
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1964
The History Of Our Knowledge Of Avian Brood Parasitism written by Herbert Friedmann and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1964 with Parasitic birds categories.
Parasitic Birds And Their Hosts
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Author : Stephen I. Rothstein
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press on Demand
Release Date : 1998
Parasitic Birds And Their Hosts written by Stephen I. Rothstein and has been published by Oxford University Press on Demand this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Nature categories.
This book is the first to present a comprehensive overview of parasitic birds and their hosts. Although the phenomenon has attracted the interest of naturalists and evolutionists since Darwin, only recently have researchers applied modern evolutionary theory and experimental methods to study the various adaptations related to brood parasitism. The work in this field is accelerating rapidly, and this volume collects work from the individuals and research groups around the world who have been responsible for nearly every major study in the last ten years. The papers present valuable summaries along with substantial new research, and the volume concludes with a review of important unsolved questions. The book is an invaluable resource on this fascinating topic, covering the remarkable sequences of adaptations and counter-adaptations, along with the perhaps even more remarkable cases where adaptations seem to be lacking.
Ecology Of Avian Brood Parasitism At An Early Interfacing Of Host And Parasite Populations
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Author : James W. Wiley
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1982
Ecology Of Avian Brood Parasitism At An Early Interfacing Of Host And Parasite Populations written by James W. Wiley and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982 with Cowbirds categories.
Brood Parasitism
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Author : Zahid Ameer
language : en
Publisher: Zahid Ameer
Release Date : 2024-03-15
Brood Parasitism written by Zahid Ameer and has been published by Zahid Ameer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-03-15 with Nature categories.
Explore the captivating world of brood parasitism in this insightful eBook. Discover the evolutionary origins, adaptive mechanisms, and conservation challenges of nature's intriguing phenomenon. Perfect for enthusiasts and researchers alike.