By Martin Stevens - Sensory Ecology, Behaviour, and Evolution (2013-04-20) [Paperback]

by Martin Stevens

Excellent Book

Genres: Ecology, Science

Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

About the author

I am an Associate Professor of Sensory and Evolutionary Ecology in the Centre for Ecology and Conservation at the University of Exeter. My research work and teaching focuses on animal behaviour and their sensory systems and ecology. Most of my work aims to understand the evolution and function of animal coloration, including camouflage, mimicry, and warning signals, from the perspective of animal vision. This work has included studies on a wide range of animals, including fish, reptiles, birds, insects, crabs, and primates. My work has frequently covered topics related to deception, including mimicry by brood parasites (‘cuckoos’) and anti-predator coloration, including camouflage, eyespots, and mimicry. I have published over 80 scientific manuscripts, two textbooks, and a general audience book on deception in nature. My research is frequently covered in the international media and I have taken part in a wide range of TV, radio, and magazine productions and given public lectures around the world.

Reviews

[Javier Abalos · Rating 5 out of 5]

An eye-opening book that is manages to put into perspective the perils of neglecting sensory ecology if we aim to understand animal communication. From polymorphic colour vision in platirrhines monkeys to a comprehensive (yet sintetic) state-of-the-art in debate of information Vs influence in animal signalling, this book is a perfect add to the library of anyone interested in ethology.