1. Predator Recognition in Birds : The Use of Key Features
- Author
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Roman Fuchs, Petr Veselý, Jana Nácarová, Roman Fuchs, Petr Veselý, and Jana Nácarová
- Subjects
- Predation (Biology), Birds--Effect of predation on, Birds--Behavior
- Abstract
This SpringerBrief answers the question on how birds recognize their predators using multidisciplinary approaches and outlines paths of the future research of predator recognition. A special focus is put on the role of key features to discriminate against predators and non-predators. The first part of the book provides a comprehensive review of the mechanisms of predator recognition based on classical ethological studies in untrained birds. The second part introduces a new view on the topic treating theories of cognitive ethology. This approach involves examination of conditioned domestic pigeons and highlights the actual abilities of birds to recognize and categorize.
- Published
- 2019