Models of Adaptive Behaviour: An Approach Based on State

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Models of Adaptive Behaviour: An Approach Based on State Authors: , Format: Paperback / softback First Published: Published By: Cambridge University Press
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Pages: 390 Illustrations and other contents: 45 Line drawings, unspecified Language: English ISBN: 9780521655392 Categories: , , ,

Models of Adaptive Behaviour sets out a framework for adaptive explanations of behaviour, and applies this to give analyses of a range of biological issues such as energetic gain, energy-predation trade-offs, dynamic games, state-dependent life histories, annual routines and fluctuating environments. It gives a definitive account of this exciting field, summarizing previous research, presenting material and suggesting directions for research. Organisms differ in terms of their state – for example in their size, energy relations or temperature – which often affects their behaviour. The framework adopted in this book takes this into account, and provides a common currency for comparing diverse actions. Ultimately this could lead to the development of state-dependent dynamic models. This book will be a revelation for graduate students and researchers interested in behavioural or evolutionary biology.

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'I think this book will define a benchmark in behavioural ecology … This book deserves to be read (and reread) by a wide audience of scientists.' Animal Behaviour