Cooperative Breeding in Birds - A Fascinating Look at Unconventional Bird Societies

Pasquale De Marco

Sinossi

Cooperative breeding is a fascinating phenomenon in which birds work together to raise their young. This behavior is found in only a few hundred species worldwide, and it gives rise to some of the most unusual and bizarre social behavior observed anywhere in the animal kingdom.

In this book, we take a closer look at cooperative breeding in birds. We explore the different types of cooperative breeding systems, the benefits and costs of cooperative breeding, and the evolution of cooperative behavior. We also profile some of the most fascinating cooperative breeding bird species, including the African grey parrot, the Arabian babbler, and the white-browed sparrow weaver.

Cooperative breeding birds offer a unique window into the evolution of social behavior. By studying these birds, scientists can learn more about how cooperation evolves and how it affects the survival and reproduction of individuals. Cooperative breeding birds also provide insights into the evolution of human social behavior. Humans are the only primates that engage in cooperative breeding, and our understanding of this behavior in birds can help us to better understand our own social evolution.

This book is a comprehensive overview of the current state of knowledge on cooperative breeding in birds. It is written for a general audience and is accessible to anyone with an interest in birds or animal behavior. Whether you are a bird enthusiast, a scientist, or simply someone who is curious about the natural world, this book is sure to fascinate and inform you.

**Key Features:**

* Comprehensive overview of cooperative breeding in birds
* Accessible to a general audience
* Lavishly illustrated with color photographs
* Profiles of some of the most fascinating cooperative breeding bird species
* Discussion of the evolution of cooperative breeding and its implications for human social behavior

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in birds, animal behavior, or the evolution of social behavior.

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Disponibile da: 02/06/2025.

Lunghezza di stampa: 159 pagine.

Scienze e tecnologia

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