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Why Penguins Communicate

Author : Pierre Jouventin,F.Stephen Dobson
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 332 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-15
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780128111796

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Why Penguins Communicate by Pierre Jouventin,F.Stephen Dobson Pdf

Why Penguins Communicate: The Evolution of Visual and Vocal Signals is a comprehensive and condensed review of several hundred publications on the evolution of penguin behaviors, particularly signaling, linking genetics and ecology via such behavioral adaptations as nuptial displays. This exciting work has developed from the authors’ many years researching on the behavioral strategies of penguins, such as the unique vocal signatures for individual recognition. Studies of penguins on islands surrounding Antarctica are presented, fully showcasing the behavioral significance of visual ornaments (mating displays) and how and why penguins behave via adaptive evolutionary explanations. Through this evolutionary lens, the authors address several questions involving their identification and taxonomy, habitat and location, breeding, and differences between penguins and other seabirds. Each species occupies a unique ecological niche, and behaviors permit separating the species through mutual display. Although model organisms in science are diverse and specialized, we see the entire integration in penguins, from acoustical and optical physics, to behavioral display and speciation. This work highlights the adaptive significance of their behavior through an evolutionary point- of-view. Provides a focused view on visual and vocal communication behavior, also presenting the family of penguins as a model for acoustical studies Considers the role of ecological and social environments on the evolution of communication in penguins Spans the gap between the scientific community and an interested lay audience, featuring a readable style for students, professional researchers in biology, ornithologists, ethologists and penguin enthusiasts alike Ideal resource for graduate seminar courses on evolution of behavior, marine ecology, polar biology and ornithology

Penguins

Author : Gerald L. Kooyman,Wayne Lynch
Publisher : JHU Press
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781421410517

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Penguins by Gerald L. Kooyman,Wayne Lynch Pdf

Whether you hope to travel to the Southern Hemisphere or simply want to learn more about wildlife, Penguins: The Animal Answer Guide deserves a spot on your bookshelf.

Endangered Penguins

Author : Bobbie Kalman,Robin R. Johnson
Publisher : Crabtree Publishing Company
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 0778718638

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Endangered Penguins by Bobbie Kalman,Robin R. Johnson Pdf

Several penguin species are endangered because water pollution and global warming affect both their water and land habitats. Endangered Penguins looks at* the different species of penguins* where each species lives on Earth* the life cycle of a penguin* the many dangers faced by penguins

The Behavioural Biology of Zoo Animals

Author : Paul Rose
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 599 pages
File Size : 43,8 Mb
Release : 2022-11-04
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9781000776577

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The Behavioural Biology of Zoo Animals by Paul Rose Pdf

"Zoo animals" as a population are a diverse array of species from all around the globe. When managed in captivity, it is important that key aspects of natural ecology are factored into animal care, as well as considerations relating to welfare, life history and behavioural needs. The Behavioural Biology of Zoo Animals is the first book on captive animal behaviour and how this applies to welfare. The book enables all aspects of zoo husbandry and management (nutrition, enclosure design, handling and training, enrichment, population management) to be based on a sound knowledge of the species, its evolutionary history and its natural history. Chapters from expert authors cover a vast range of taxa, from primates and elephants to marine mammals and freshwater fish, to reptiles, birds and invertebrates. A final part looks to the future, considering animal health and wellbeing, the visitor experience and future visions for zoos and aquariums. For on-the-ground practitioners as well as students of zoo biology, animal science and welfare, this book provides an explanation of key areas of behavioural biology that are important to fulfilling the aims of the modern zoo (conservation, education, research and recreation). It explains how evidence from the wild can be implemented into captive care to support the wider aims of the zoo, shedding light on the evidence-based approaches applied to zoo biology and animal management. Chapter 3 is available to download Open Access on the www.taylorfrancis.com website under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives 4.0 license. Aa Companion Website with additional resources is freely available for all at www.bbzabook.wordpress.com and you can follow the book on Instagram at @bbza_book.

Encyclopedia Penguin

Author : Rudiyant
Publisher : Lembar Langit Indonesia
Page : 150 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2023-07-01
Category : Reference
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Encyclopedia Penguin by Rudiyant Pdf

Within these pages, we will unveil a million secrets and unique wonders hidden behind the mysterious lives of PENGUINS. Penguins have always captivated our attention with their extraordinary abilities. But what do we really know about them? Through in-depth research and firsthand observations, this book will lift the veil on the lives of penguins, revealing fascinating facts that remain unknown to many. Inside, you will explore the world of penguins from various aspects. From their captivating physical uniqueness, such as their incredible strength structure and astonishing habitats, to their extraordinary adaptations. As you embark on this journey through these pages, we hope you will be enchanted and inspired by the exceptional nature of penguins. We believe this book will help expand our understanding and appreciation for these intriguing creatures. So, let’s begin our marvelous journey into the world of penguins and uncover intriguing facts that are still unknown to many. Get ready to marvel at the unexpected wonders of this world. Buku persembahan penerbit LembarLangitGroup #LembarLangit

Top Tips for Interpersonal Communication

Author : Patricia Ryan
Publisher : Boolarong Press
Page : 170 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-10-21
Category : Self-Help
ISBN : 9781925046571

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Top Tips for Interpersonal Communication by Patricia Ryan Pdf

Getting along well with people can be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. By communicating well with others we can expand our circle of contacts – personal and business. Communicating well with others will enhance your social life, your self-worth, your confidence and your relationships. The Top Tips in this book will give you a quick reference for improving your interpersonal communication skills.

The Great Penguin Rescue

Author : Dyan deNapoli
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2011-08-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781439148181

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The Great Penguin Rescue by Dyan deNapoli Pdf

On June 23, 2000, a ship en route from Brazil to China foundered off the coast of South Africa, spilling 1,300 tons of oil into the ocean and contaminating the habitat of 75,000 penguins. Local conservation officials immediately launched a massive rescue operation, and 12,500 volunteers from around the globe rushed to South Africa in hopes of saving the imperiled birds. Serving as a rehabilitation manager during the initial phase of the three-month effort, Dyan deNapoli--better known as "the Penguin Lady" for her extensive work with penguins--and fellow volunteers de-oiled, nursed back to health, and released into the wild nearly all of the over 19,000 affected birds. Now, at the tenth anniversary of the disaster, deNapoli recounts the extraordinary story of the world's largest and most successful wildlife rescue--From publisher description.

Penguins

Author : Jane Parker Resnick
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 32 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Penguins
ISBN : 1588653579

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Penguins by Jane Parker Resnick Pdf

Describes, in brief text and illustrations, the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of various species of penguins.

Every Penguin in the World

Author : Charles Bergman
Publisher : Sasquatch Books
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 46,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-14
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781632172679

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Every Penguin in the World by Charles Bergman Pdf

A husband and wife travel the globe to see all 18 penguin species in this “celebration of these delightful birds and a call for their conversation” that offers “joy, love, and hope for penguins and the world” (Dr. Jane Goodall). Every Penguin in the World tracks author-photographer Charles Bergman’s forays around the southern hemisphere—from the Galapagos to South Africa to the Antarctic—in his quest to see all 18 species of penguins in the world. The sections of the book are organized around themes of adventure, science and conservation, and pilgrimage—in which stories of each penguin species will be touched upon. This endearing and thought-provoking book beautifully combines narrative and photography to capture the plight and the experience of penguins worldwide. The author and his wife developed a passion after seeing their first penguin species and have since spent years traveling far and wide to see each variety of penguin in its natural habitat. Both a love letter and a call to action, Every Penguin in the World is a joyful ode to adventure, conservation, and the beautiful penguins that capture our hearts. “It's SO good! [...] Chuck Bergman’s writing, photography, and vulnerability is so kick-ass!” —Brené Brown, New York Times–bestselling author of Dare to Lead

Professor Penguin

Author : Lloyd Spencer Davis
Publisher : Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2014-10-17
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781775537267

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Professor Penguin by Lloyd Spencer Davis Pdf

Meet ‘Bill Bryson in Antarctica’ in this engaging book by one of the world's authority on penguins. Part memoir, partly the research of a field biologist, Professor Penguin could be called ‘How Penguins Shaped My Life’. Based on journals kept during Davis’s years of working with penguins in the wild, the story takes readers to remote locations: Antarctica, the Galapagos, the deserts of Chile and Peru, the Falkland Islands, the wild coasts of Argentina and South Africa, and New Zealand. Davis, a world authority on penguins, reveals that these box-office favourites are not the cute ‘mate for life’ animals we’ve been led to believe. He also reveals that penguins are a lot like humans — sometimes disturbingly so — when it comes to their basic needs: sex, food, shelter, marriage, family and travel. Over the years that Davis studies penguins, he realises that they are far more complex and nuanced than he imagines at his first encounter. 'They really don’t deserve to be seen as so black and white.’ He expertly marries scientific knowledge with his own anecdotes — told with humour, hard-earned knowledge and insight. He also includes stories about those who have helped advance our knowledge of penguins —other 'Professor Penguins'. Implicit throughout is Davis’s philosophy – the more we learn about the natural world, and specifically penguins, the more we learn about ourselves. And he asks: Is the isolation of Antarctica sufficient to protect penguins from us?

All About Penguins

Author : Dyan deNapoli
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
Page : 54 pages
File Size : 40,6 Mb
Release : 2020-12-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781647394561

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All About Penguins by Dyan deNapoli Pdf

Waddle, slide, and swim through life as a penguin! Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a penguin? Imagine zooming through the ocean, diving for krill, or flopping on your belly and tobogganing across ice. This is how penguins spend their days—and they want you to join them! Now, kids ages 5 to 7 can explore the wonderful lives of waddling, web-footed penguins! Packed with incredible detail and delightful illustrations, this book takes an expedition to South Georgia Island and beyond to teach you everything there is to know about every penguin species. Discover what penguins sound like, how they stay warm on land and while swimming, why they can't fly, and how penguin families raise their chicks. All About Penguins includes: A penguin's life for me—Follow the King penguin's journey as he grows into an adult bird raising his own baby chicks through a fun and illustrated narrative. Deep dive with penguins—Explore the differences in behavior, appearance, and habitat between 19 different penguin species, including Emperor, Macaroni, African, and more. Fast penguin facts—Did you know penguins have knees? Or that most penguins can dive up to 300 feet deep? Find out more with tons of awesome penguin trivia! Learn all about penguins with this fun, educational book!

Penguins: Nature's Tuxedoed Wonders

Author : Nicky Huys
Publisher : Nicky Huys
Page : 68 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2023-10-23
Category : Nature
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Penguins: Nature's Tuxedoed Wonders by Nicky Huys Pdf

iscover the enchanting world of penguins in "Penguins: Nature's Tuxedoed Wonders." Journey into the icy realms of the Southern Hemisphere and explore the diverse and captivating lives of these remarkable birds. From their extraordinary adaptations to life in extreme environments to their heartwarming family dynamics, this book delves into the unique stories of penguin species across the globe. Witness their remarkable swimming and diving skills, and learn about their survival strategies in the face of natural predators. Explore the vital role penguins play in the ecosystem and their significance in popular culture. With a focus on conservation and environmental concerns, this book also highlights the efforts to protect and preserve these beloved creatures. From the polar landscapes of Antarctica to the unique challenges faced by penguins in other regions, "Penguins: Nature's Tuxedoed Wonders" offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of these charismatic birds. As ambassadors for environmental awareness, penguins inspire action and provide a beacon of hope for a brighter future. Dive into their world and be captivated by the beauty, charm, and resilience of these nature's tuxedoed wonders.

How Do Penguins Survive the Cold?

Author : Mary Ann Hoffman
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 26 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2009-01-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781435829695

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How Do Penguins Survive the Cold? by Mary Ann Hoffman Pdf

This book describes emperor penguins, fairy penguins, and rockhopper penguins, and explains where they live, what they eat, how they survive the cold, and how they care for their chicks.

The Behavior of Communicating

Author : William John. Smith
Publisher : Harvard University Press
Page : 559 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-06-30
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780674043794

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The Behavior of Communicating by William John. Smith Pdf

In this book, W. John Smith enlarges ethology's perspective on communication and takes it in new directions. Traditionally, ethological analysis has focused on the motivational states of displaying animals: What makes the bird sing, the cat lash its tail, the bee dance? The Behavior of Communicating emphasizes messages. It seeks to answer questions about the information shared by animals through their displays: What information is made available to a bird by its neighbor's song, to a cat by its opponent's gesture, to a bee by its hivemate's dancing? What information is extracted from sources contextual to these displays? How are the responses to displays adaptive for recipients and senders? What evolutionary processes and constraints underlie observed patterns of animal communication? Smith's approach is deeply rooted in the ethological tradition of naturalistic observations. Detailed analysis of observed displays and display repertoires illuminates the theoretical discussion that forms the core of the book. A taxonomy and interpretative analysis of messages made available through formalized display behavior are also developed. Smith shows that virtually all subhuman animal displays may be interpreted as transmitting messages about the communicator--not the environment--and, more specifically, that messages indicate the kinds of behavior the displaying animal may choose to perform. The most widespread behavioral messages are surprisingly general, even banal, in character; yet they make public information that is not readily available from other sources and that would otherwise be essentially private to the communicator. Taken along with information from sources contextual to the displays, the messages made available may permit responses that are markedly specific. By taking advantage of contextual specificity, a species expands the capacity of its display behavior to be functional in numerous and diverse circumstances. After developing the concept of messages and discussing their forms, the responses made to them, and the functions engendered, Smith turns to the evolution of display behavior--the ways in which acts become specialized for communication and the nature of the evolutionary constraints affecting the ultimate forms of displays. He revises the traditional ethological concept of displays, and in a final chapter develops the further concept of formalized interactions. Here he extends the discussion to formal patterns of behavior that, unlike displays, are beyond the capabilities of individual performers. Human nonverbal communication, which is considered from time to time throughout the book, provides the richest examples of communication flexibly structured at this level of complexity.

Recent Trends in Applied Artificial Intelligence

Author : Moonis Ali,Tibor Bosse,Koen V. Hindriks,Mark Hoogendoorn,Catholijn M. Jonker,Jan Treur
Publisher : Springer
Page : 697 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2013-05-20
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783642385773

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Recent Trends in Applied Artificial Intelligence by Moonis Ali,Tibor Bosse,Koen V. Hindriks,Mark Hoogendoorn,Catholijn M. Jonker,Jan Treur Pdf

This volume constitutes the thoroughly refereed conference proceedings of the 26th International Conference on Industrial Engineering and Other Applications of Applied Intelligence Systems, IEA/AIE 2013, held in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, in June 2013. The total of 71 papers selected for the proceedings were carefully reviewed and selected from 185 submissions. The papers focus on the following topics: auctions and negotiation, cognitive modeling, crowd behavior modeling, distributed systems and networks, evolutionary algorithms, knowledge representation and reasoning, pattern recognition, planning, problem solving, robotics, text mining, advances in recommender systems, business process intelligence, decision support for safety-related systems, innovations in intelligent computation and applications, intelligent image and signal processing, and machine learning methods applied to manufacturing processes and production systems.