Essentials of Animal Behaviour

by Peter J.B. Slater

Essentials of Animal Behaviour is an introduction to the study of animal behavior that is primarily intended for first- or second-year undergraduates. The book aims to get across the basic principles of the subject as briefly and lucidly as possible with the aid of carefully selected examples from both recent and classic research, together with numerous illustrations. The text will stimulate readers with its active and exciting treatment of the research, and will lay a solid foundation on which further study may be based. Its simple and readable style, helped by an extensive glossary, will make it useful and enjoyable reading for all those with an interest in the subjects of animal behavior, behavioral ecology, and comparative psychology.

244 pages, Paperback

First published May 13, 1999

Reviews

[Max · Rating 4 out of 5]

A biology text book, but a very easy to read and entertaining one on animal behaviour. The author really did his best to make this interesting to students. It really is an introduction, quite short and to the point. There is a reading list in the back with recommendations for more in-depth reading. Great illustrations too, and I absolutely love the art style of the cover.

[Kelly Driessen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I bought this book for school. It's incredibly interesting, while studying it doesnt even feel like learning. If you want to read more about animal behaviour and their communication, this is a must read.

[Sabrina Wannet · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is an educative book. If you are trult interested then it will be easy to read and understandable, but if you are new in this subject or not truly interested then I predict that there will be some hardships to overcome

[Trent · Rating 5 out of 5]

I managed to score a relatively cheap, brand new copy of this book in lead up to my BSc. While some of the examples have since been expanded upon, it gives you a very thorough but understandable introduction to animal psychology, behavioural ecology, and most importantly, ethology.

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

If I wasn't trying to revise for an exam I think I would have loved it ;)