Description
Explore the captivating world of avian communication with 'Bird Talk,' a groundbreaking book that delves into the science of how birds produce, learn, and utilize sound. This essential guide unveils the complexities of birdsong, from the intricate melodies of songbirds to the environmental factors influencing their calls. Discover how male birds enhance their mating success through repertoire quality and engage in territorial disputes using song-matching and countersinging. In addition to auditory communication, this enlightening read also illustrates how visual signals play a significant role in avian interactions. Witness the flamboyant displays of peacocks and the unique plumage of species such as the Pukeko, whose features indicate dominance and aggression. 'Bird Talk' offers a comprehensive understanding of these fascinating creatures, shedding light on their intelligence and social structures. Perfect for bird enthusiasts, researchers, and anyone intrigued by wildlife, this book opens the door to a deeper appreciation of nature's wonders. Whether you are at home or exploring the great outdoors, 'Bird Talk' is your ticket to understanding the multifaceted ways birds communicate in both harmony and conflict. Order today and immerse yourself in the science of avian life! Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Condition: BRAND NEW. ISBN: 9781486315307. Year: 2021. Publisher: CSIRO.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781486315307
Year: 2021
Publisher: CSIRO
Description:
Bird Talk delves into new scientific developments to reveal the complexities of how birds make, learn, and use sound in a bewildering array of songs and calls. The beauty of birdsong is one of the joys of nature, and this book reveals how songs are learned and performed, why the quality of a male’s repertoire can affect his mating success, and how birds use song-matching and countersinging in territorial disputes.
Bird Talk illustrates how birds communicate through visual signals too, from the dazzling feathers of a Peacock to the jumping displays that a Jackson’s Widowbird performs to show off his long tail. Plumage features such as the red bill shield of a Pukeko can indicate dominance, and aggressive wing-waving is used to ward off impostors.
Bird Talk will help you understand how birds communicate in a range of situations, whether in harmony or in conflict, providing essential new insight into avian intelligence.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781486315307
Year: 2021
Publisher: CSIRO
Description:
Bird Talk delves into new scientific developments to reveal the complexities of how birds make, learn, and use sound in a bewildering array of songs and calls. The beauty of birdsong is one of the joys of nature, and this book reveals how songs are learned and performed, why the quality of a male’s repertoire can affect his mating success, and how birds use song-matching and countersinging in territorial disputes.
Bird Talk illustrates how birds communicate through visual signals too, from the dazzling feathers of a Peacock to the jumping displays that a Jackson’s Widowbird performs to show off his long tail. Plumage features such as the red bill shield of a Pukeko can indicate dominance, and aggressive wing-waving is used to ward off impostors.
Bird Talk will help you understand how birds communicate in a range of situations, whether in harmony or in conflict, providing essential new insight into avian intelligence.