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Author Herrmann, Debra S., author.

Title Avian cognition : exploring the intelligence, behavior, and individuality of birds / Debra Herrmann, Biological Computing Initiative, North Bethesda, Maryland, USA. [O'Reilly electronic resource]

Publication Info. Boca Raton : CRC Press, [2016]
©2016
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Description 1 online resource (xxvi, 507 pages) : color illustrations
Note "A Science Publishers book."
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references (pages 486-493) and index.
Contents 1. What is intelligence anyway? -- 2. Heron -- 3. Canada geese -- 4. Mallard ducks -- 5. Ruby-throated hummingbirds -- 6. Cardinal -- 7. Budgerigar -- 8. Zebra finch -- 9. Meyer's parrot and red-bellied parrot -- 10. Indian ringneck pheasant -- 11. Mitred conure -- 12. Avian communication patterns -- Conclusion -- Appendices. Annex A. Glossary ; Annex B. Bibliography ; Annex C. Observation locations and populations ; Annex D. Budgerigars and children : a tribute to Perky ; Annex E. External factors to consider when giving a bird a medical exam -- Index -- Disk 1. Mallard ; Canada geese ; Canada gosling ; Zebra finch -- Disk 2. Indian ringneck ; Meyer's parrot ; Mitred conure ; Budgerigar.
Subject Cognition in animals.
Animal intelligence.
Birds -- Behavior.
Birds -- Psychology.
Birds -- Vocalization.
Cognition chez les animaux.
Animaux -- Intelligence.
Oiseaux -- Mœurs et comportement.
Oiseaux -- Psychologie.
Oiseaux -- Vocalisation.
Animal intelligence
Birds -- Behavior
Birds -- Psychology
Birds -- Vocalization
Cognition in animals
Other Form: Print version: Herrmann, Debra S. Avian cognition. Boca Raton : CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, [2015] 9781498748421 (OCoLC)912377138
ISBN 9781498748438 (electronic bk.)
1498748430 (electronic bk.)
9780429154898 (e-book ; PDF)
0429154895
Standard No. 40025657274
10.1201/b19850 doi
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