Escaping From Predators
Escaping From Predators

Author: William E. Cooper, Jr

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2015-05-28

Total Pages: 459

ISBN-13: 1316368483

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When a predator attacks, prey are faced with a series of 'if', 'when' and 'how' escape decisions – these critical questions are the foci of this book. Cooper and Blumstein bring together a balance of theory and empirical research to summarise over fifty years of scattered research and benchmark current thinking in the rapidly expanding literature on the behavioural ecology of escaping. The book consolidates current and new behaviour models with taxonomically divided empirical chapters that demonstrate the application of escape theory to different groups. The chapters integrate behaviour with physiology, genetics and evolution to lead the reader through the complex decisions faced by prey during a predator attack, examining how these decisions interact with life history and individual variation. The chapter on best practice field methodology and the ideas for future research presented throughout, ensure this volume is practical as well as informative.

Escaping From Predators
Escaping From Predators

Author: William E. Cooper (Jr.)

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2015-05-28

Total Pages: 459

ISBN-13: 1107060540

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Bringing together theory and reality of prey escape from predators, this book benchmarks new and current thinking in escape ecology.

Escaping the Predators : How Animals Use Camouflage - Animal Book for 8 Year Olds | Children's Animal Books
Escaping the Predators : How Animals Use Camouflage - Animal Book for 8 Year Olds | Children's Animal Books

Author: Baby Professor

Publisher: Speedy Publishing LLC

Published: 2017-03-15

Total Pages: 64

ISBN-13: 1541918134

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Animals sure are smart because they know how to blend in to protect themselves! Scientifically, that’s called camouflage. You will be learning more about camouflage, as well as the animals that use such defenses mechanism, by going over the pages of this picture book for 8-year-olds. Have a fantastic time reading!

How Not to Be Eaten
How Not to Be Eaten

Author: Gilbert Waldbauer

Publisher: University of California Press

Published: 2021-04-06

Total Pages: 238

ISBN-13: 0520383001

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“At times this informative book turns wonderfully gross and lovely, reminding us that there’s an entire universe of largely unnoticed creatures all around us.”—Audubon All animals must eat. But who eats who, and why, or why not? Because insects outnumber and collectively outweigh all other animals combined, they comprise the largest amount of animal food available for potential consumption. How do they avoid being eaten? From masterful disguises to physical and chemical lures and traps, predatory insects have devised ingenious and bizarre methods of finding food. Equally ingenious are the means of hiding, mimicry, escape, and defense waged by prospective prey in order to stay alive. This absorbing book demonstrates that the relationship between the eaten and the eater is a central—perhaps the central—aspect of what goes on in the community of organisms. By explaining the many ways in which insects avoid becoming a meal for a predator, and the ways in which predators evade their defensive strategies, Gilbert Waldbauer conveys an essential understanding of the unrelenting coevolutionary forces at work in the world around us.

Octopus Escapes Again!
Octopus Escapes Again!

Author: Laurie Ellen Angus

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.

Published: 2016-09-01

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1584695803

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Inspire the future marine biologist in your life with this beautifully illustrated picture book about the octopus! The perfect read-aloud for kids and adults, kids can follow along with the story of the brave octopus while parents can choose to read the fascinating, true facts italicized on each page. Backmatter includes real octopus facts, activities for kids, teachers and parents, and more! Swim along with Octopus as she leaves the safety of her den to search for food. Will she eat? Or will she be eaten? Octopus is very hungry, but so many animals in the ocean are trying to eat her! Follow along as she is able to outwit multiple dangerous enemies (including sharks, turtles, and eels) by using a dazzling display of defenses: Clouds of ink Jet propulsion Camouflage And more! Backmatter Includes: Explore More for Kids: an anatomy map of all of the parts of an octopus, and descriptions of all the ocean animals in the book Explore More for Teachers & Parents: more detailed information on the anatomy of an octopus, a reading comprehension exercise, information and an activity on the ocean food chain, information on Octopus-inspired Engineering Design (biomimicry), and more!

Predators' Paradise
Predators' Paradise

Author: Glen Fisher

Publisher: Moshpit Publishing

Published: 2019-05-21

Total Pages: 502

ISBN-13: 9781922261984

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An autobiography of a boy born to addicted parents. His journey to institutional care, where deceit and abuse by paedophiles prevails. A poignant story of separation that leads to love but also self destruction through addiction. He fights his way back and turns his life around. A compelling book that leaves readers in awe of the human spirit.

A Day and Night in the Desert
A Day and Night in the Desert

Author: Caroline Arnold

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2015

Total Pages: 25

ISBN-13: 1479560723

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"Highlights the activities of animals in the Sonoran Desert during one average 24-hour period"--

Wolves on the Hunt
Wolves on the Hunt

Author: L. David Mech

Publisher: University of Chicago Press

Published: 2015-05-22

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 022625514X

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The wolf is an adept killer, able to take down prey much larger than itself. While adapted to hunt primarily hoofed animals, a wolf - or especially a pack of wolves - can kill individuals of just about any species. Combining behavioral data, thousands of hours of original field observations, research in the literature, a wealth of illustrations, and - in the e-book edition and online - video segments from cinematographer Robert K. Landis, the authors create a compelling and complex picture of these hunters.