Descript |
192 pages : colour illustrations ; 26 cm |
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Includes bibliographical references (page 188) and index |
Content |
Introduction / Janet Mann -- Beneath the surface / Janet Mann & Andrew Read -- The cetacean brain / Camilla Butti & Patrick Hof -- Cognition / Heidi E. Harley -- Cetacean communication / Laela Sayigh & Vincent Janik -- Quintessentially social cetaceans / Janet Mann -- Deep culture / Hal Whitehead & Luke Rendell -- Cetacean tool use / Eric Patterson & Janet Mann -- Us & them / Andrew Read |
Note |
Whales, dolphins, and porpoises are the smartest creatures in the sea. We know of their self-recognition, complex songs, their intricate societies and their ability to relate to humans. But how do we know just how intelligent these creatures are? And what is the extent of our knowledge? This insightful scientific study brings together the top researchers in this field to explain their findings in a straightforward and accessible way that requires no prior knowledge. Examining cetacean brains and comparing intelligence markers with birds, bats, primates, this study showcases the extraordinary behaviors of marine mammals and explains what they reveal about intelligence. Featuring beautiful photographs, clear explanatory graphics, and lively, engaging text, Deep Thinkers is a truly comprehensive exploration that will set the benchmark for future titles on this topic |
Subject |
Porpoises -- Psychology
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Whales -- Psychology
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Cetacea -- Psychology
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Animal communication.
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Animal intelligence.
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Cetacea -- Behavior.
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Cognition in animals.
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Dolphins -- Psychology.
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Psychology, Comparative.
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Science.
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Delfiner
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Valar
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Djurspråk
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Djurpsykologi
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Classmark |
599.5
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Alt Auth |
Mann, Janet, editor
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ISBN/ISSN |
9781782405078 (hardback) |
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1782405070 (hardback) |
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