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Fish That Fake Orgasms
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Author : Matt Walker
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan
Release Date : 2007-12-10
Fish That Fake Orgasms written by Matt Walker and has been published by Macmillan this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2007-12-10 with Nature categories.
"If you are interested in transvestite garter snakes, the speed-eating habits of the star-nosed mole, or how geckos behave in zero gravity, you will enjoy Fish That Fake Orgasms." ---The Times (UK) Packed with fascinating, bizarre, amazing, and hilarious entries, Fish That Fake Orgasms takes you on a guided tour of the diverse natural life that surrounds us. It covers eating and drinking, playing and preying, carousing and canoodling---and much more: • Why do some Japanese quail prefer to mate with weaker males of the species? • What animal has a heart that glows green when it beats? • Of all the carnivores, which has the strongest bite? • What creature performs better sexually when there's another male nearby? • What type of bird has a divorce rate of only 8 percent? • Which has a bigger brain: a lion in the wild or a lion in captivity? • What animal pretends it has food in order to lure females into its abode? Fish That Fake Orgasms is the first professionally researched miscellany of the animal kingdom. An entertaining and addictive collection, it will satisfy anyone entranced by the wondrous world of animals. And speaking of satisfaction, the female brown trout does, in fact, fake it. It's a trick it uses to find the most potent mate!
What A Fish Knows
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Author : Jonathan Balcombe
language : en
Publisher: Scientific American / Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Release Date : 2016-06-07
What A Fish Knows written by Jonathan Balcombe and has been published by Scientific American / Farrar, Straus and Giroux this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-06-07 with Nature categories.
A New York Times Bestseller Do fishes think? Do they really have three-second memories? And can they recognize the humans who peer back at them from above the surface of the water? In What a Fish Knows, the myth-busting ethologist Jonathan Balcombe addresses these questions and more, taking us under the sea, through streams and estuaries, and to the other side of the aquarium glass to reveal the surprising capabilities of fishes. Although there are more than thirty thousand species of fish—more than all mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians combined—we rarely consider how individual fishes think, feel, and behave. Balcombe upends our assumptions about fishes, portraying them not as unfeeling, dead-eyed feeding machines but as sentient, aware, social, and even Machiavellian—in other words, much like us. What a Fish Knows draws on the latest science to present a fresh look at these remarkable creatures in all their breathtaking diversity and beauty. Fishes conduct elaborate courtship rituals and develop lifelong bonds with shoalmates. They also plan, hunt cooperatively, use tools, curry favor, deceive one another, and punish wrongdoers. We may imagine that fishes lead simple, fleeting lives—a mode of existence that boils down to a place on the food chain, rote spawning, and lots of aimless swimming. But, as Balcombe demonstrates, the truth is far richer and more complex, worthy of the grandest social novel. Highlighting breakthrough discoveries from fish enthusiasts and scientists around the world and pondering his own encounters with fishes, Balcombe examines the fascinating means by which fishes gain knowledge of the places they inhabit, from shallow tide pools to the deepest reaches of the ocean. Teeming with insights and exciting discoveries, What a Fish Knows offers a thoughtful appraisal of our relationships with fishes and inspires us to take a more enlightened view of the planet’s increasingly imperiled marine life. What a Fish Knows will forever change how we see our aquatic cousins—the pet goldfish included.
How Women Got Their Curves And Other Just So Stories
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Author : David P. Barash
language : en
Publisher: Columbia University Press
Release Date : 2009
How Women Got Their Curves And Other Just So Stories written by David P. Barash and has been published by Columbia University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009 with Psychology categories.
The authors demonstrate the pleasure of using evolutionary theory to help make sense of some puzzling aspects of the anatomy, physiology, and behaviour of women.
Trout
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Author : James Owen
language : en
Publisher: Reaktion Books
Release Date : 2012-03-15
Trout written by James Owen and has been published by Reaktion Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-03-15 with Nature categories.
Leaping effortlessly from bright streams into the human imagination, the trout has an ancient fascination that can be traced back to Stone Age cave dwellers, and it thrives today in our diet, religion, folklore, history, science, literature, and, of course, fishermen’s tales. James Owen reveals here why the trout beguiles us so. Taking myriad forms, the fish has a vitality and physical beauty that brings to mind pure waters and quiet, outdoor spaces. This biography of the trout showcases the animal as sacred fish, edible fish, farmed fish, and a fish of scientific investigation. In telling this story, Owen follows the trout around the world: starting in Europe and North America, he then follows the voyage that took the creature from England to Australia in the nineteenth century. Along the way, he presents a diverse cast of characters, from obscure British saints and fly-fishing nuns to visionary inventors, jazz singers, and counterculture novelists—all united by this magical animal. Trout will delight and surprise anglers who have ever cast a fly and anyone who has caught a glimpse of its stunning camouflage.
The Best American Science And Nature Writing 2020
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Author : Michio Kaku
language : en
Publisher: Mariner Books
Release Date : 2020-11-03
The Best American Science And Nature Writing 2020 written by Michio Kaku and has been published by Mariner Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-03 with Nature categories.
A collection of the best science and nature writing published in North America in 2019, guest edited by New York Times best-selling author and ground-breaking physicist Dr. Michio Kaku. "Scientists and science writers have a monumental task: making science exciting and relevant to the average person, so that they care," writes renowned American physicist Michio Kaku. "If we fail in this endeavor, then we must face dire consequences." From the startlingly human abilities of AI, to the devastating accounts of California's forest fires, to the impending traffic jam on the moon, the selections in this year's Best American Science and Nature Writing explore the latest mysteries and marvels occurring in our labs and in nature. These gripping narratives masterfully translate the work of today's brightest scientists, offering a clearer view of our world and making us care. THE BEST AMERICAN SCIENCE AND NATURE WRITING 2020 INCLUDES RIVKA GALCHEN - ADAM GOPNIK - FERRIS JABR - JOSHUA SOKOL - MELINDA WENNER MOYER - SIDDHARTHA MUKHERJEE - NATALIE WOLCHOVER and others
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Author : 強納森•巴爾科比
language : zh-CN
Publisher: 讀書共和國╱鷹出版
Release Date : 2023-10-04
written by 強納森•巴爾科比 and has been published by 讀書共和國╱鷹出版 this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-04 with Nature categories.
★★★ 紐約時報暢銷書 ★★★ ★★★ 入圍2017年PEN / E.O.威爾遜科學寫作獎 ★★★ ★★★ 2016年十部最佳科普書之一 ★★★ ★★★ 《自然》最佳科學精選之一 ★★★ 在所有脊椎動物中，我們對魚類最陌生。 因為牠們總是面無表情、靜默無聲，眼神呆滯…… 但其實魚的智商很高、能感知快樂與孤獨、認得餵食的人、 有思想、有個性、懂合作、會社交，甚至會欺騙和討好… 魚，比你所想像得更聰明、內在生活更活躍， 牠們被人類過度撈捕、殘酷對待的困境，也更該被正視。 魚會思考嗎？魚真的有三秒記憶嗎？魚能認出水面上方凝視牠們的人類嗎？在《魚，什麼都知道》一書中，打破迷思的動物行為學家巴爾科比（Jonathan Balcombe）解決了這些問題以及更多問題，帶領我們深入海底、穿過溪流河口，來到水族館玻璃的另一邊，揭示魚類令人驚訝的能力。 儘管魚類有三萬多種，比所有哺乳動物、鳥類、爬行動物和兩棲動物的總和還多，但我們卻很少考慮魚是否會思考，如何感受和行為等問題。巴爾科比顛覆了我們對魚的看法，將牠們描繪成有感情、有意識，並且具社會性的動物，甚至還是具有個性的獨立存在——換句話說，牠們很像我們。 《魚，什麼都知道》運用最新的科學知識，以全新視角展示這些非凡生物的驚人多樣性和美麗。魚會進行複雜的求偶儀式，並與淺灘夥伴建立終生的聯繫。牠們還會計畫、合作狩獵、使用工具、討好、互相欺騙，並懲罰不法之徒。我們以為魚類過著原始又冷冰冰的生活——只把牠視為食物鏈上被我們消費的位置、會大量產卵和總是毫無目的的漫遊得低等生物。但是正如巴爾科比所證明的，事實要比人們想像得豐富太多、複雜太多，值得寫出一本最宏大的故事。 巴爾科比寫出了世界各地魚類愛好者和科學家的突破性發現，思考了自己與魚類的關係，並研究了魚類獲得關於自己棲地（從淺潮池到海洋最深處）知識的迷人方式。 《魚，什麼都知道》充滿溫暖的見解和令人興奮的發現，對我們與魚類的關係做出了深思熟慮的思考，並鼓勵我們對這種在地球上日益瀕危的海洋生物，採取更開明的看法。《魚，什麼都知道》將永遠改變我們對水生夥伴的看法——包括你家水族箱的金魚在內。
Stupid And Contagious
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Author : Caprice Crane
language : en
Publisher: Hachette UK
Release Date : 2008-11-15
Stupid And Contagious written by Caprice Crane and has been published by Hachette UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2008-11-15 with Fiction categories.
In this hilarious, romantic comedy, two twenty-something neighbors embark on a zany mission to meet the founder of Starbucks, and in doing so, find each other.
Absolute Best Adult Party Jokes
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Author : Team Golfwell
language : en
Publisher: Team Golfwell
Release Date : 2018-08-26
Absolute Best Adult Party Jokes written by Team Golfwell and has been published by Team Golfwell this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-08-26 with Humor categories.
If you like adult jokes, you'll love this book. Great for Parties! “I'd buy joke books and try doing them at school; I always had jokes. That would be my go-to thing at parties: I'd be able to get through them if I just told enough jokes. Otherwise, I wouldn't end up talking to anybody.” - Drew Carey Review from Alexander V. Ph.D. “I really enjoyed this book and I'm giving it high five. Of course, not all jokes in there gave me the jolt but there were many others which after reading still made me grin and giggle to myself like a doped Halloween pumpkin for quite a while. I have the suspicion some people around though I must have gone loony from too much work. So, the five stars are meant for those jokes. The jokes cover a broad range of topics and the reader will find a good one for just about any situation and conversation which will appeal for just about everyone. If you manage to memorize a few that would make it a handy addition to your arsenal of ice-breakers and conversation-rekindlers in case the situation seems completely frozen and awkward.” Excerpt: An international flight from Asia to the US was carrying 198 passengers but the crew, unfortunately, discovered an hour into the flight there were only 40 meals on the plane. After trying to figure out what to do, the Flight Crew came up with a solution. They advised the passengers, “We apologize to you and we are still trying to figure out how this occurred, but we have only 40 dinners on board, and we need to feed all 198 of you on this flight.” A loud muttering and moaning started amongst the passengers. The chief flight attendant continued to try and quiet everyone down, “Anyone who is kind enough to give up their dinner so someone else could eat, will receive unlimited free alcoholic beverages during the entire duration of the flight.” A second announcement was made two hours later, “If anyone wants to change their mind, we still have 40 dinners available.” All alphabetically arranged by topic, you’ll find a large assortment of enjoyable jokes, intriguing stories, thought-provoking quotes, and lots of humor in the 320+ pages. We leave the choice of jokes or stories you want to share up to you as individual humor and tastes vary. Sit back in a comfortable chair with your favorite beverage away from all distractions and get this book and enjoy reading this hilarious book!
A Mess Of Iguanas A Whoop Of Gorillas
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Author : Alon Shulman
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2009-10-01
A Mess Of Iguanas A Whoop Of Gorillas written by Alon Shulman and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-10-01 with Humor categories.
There are many wonderful creatures on earth - and even more incredible ways to describe them. With more collective nouns for animal groups than anyone else in the world, from a Business of Ferrets to a Wobble of Ostriches (not forgetting, of course, an Implausibility of Gnus) Alon Shulman's A Mess of Iguanas, A Whoop of Gorillas will tell you what to call a group of zebras, chickens, parrots, spiders, tigers or penguins the next time you encounter one - and will even let you know the difference between a school and a shoal of fish. Not to mention why groups of swans are known as a lamentation, a bank and a wedge. It will also tell you the most outlandish, strange yet completely accurate animal facts you can imagine. For example, did you know that polar bears are invisible to infra-red because they have transparent fur? Or that hippopotamus can't swim? Or that ostriches do not bury their heads in the sand? Filled with everything you could ever want to know about the creatures that inhabit our world, this brilliant compendium of animal curiosities is perfect for pub quizzers, language buffs, wannabe know-it-alls and any readers aged, well ... 8 to 80.
Was Fische Wissen
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Author : Jonathan Balcombe
language : de
Publisher: mareverlag
Release Date : 2018-03-22
Was Fische Wissen written by Jonathan Balcombe and has been published by mareverlag this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-03-22 with Nature categories.
Der Fisch: ein unterschätztes Wesen und selten niedlich. Angler, Köche und Aquarienbesitzer interessieren sich für ihn, aber unser Herz rührt er kaum, weil wir in seinen Augen nicht lesen und seine Welt nicht begreifen können. Dabei sind die Flossenträger uns Menschen nicht unähnlich – sie sind strategisch und sozial, pflegen aufwendige Balzrituale und lebenslange Beziehungen, können einander täuschen und bestrafen. Jonathan Balcombe, international anerkannter Verhaltensbiologe und seit Jahren spezialisiert auf das Empfindungsvermögen von Fischen, bricht eine Lanze für unsere aquatischen Verwandten und deren erstaunliche Fertigkeiten – und überrascht mit Erkenntnissen, die weit über den Aquarienrand hinausgehen.