Insect Learning
. Ed(S): Papaj, Daniel R.; Lewis, Alcinda C.
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Description for Insect Learning
Paperback. Editor(s): Papaj, Daniel R.; Lewis, Alcinda C. Num Pages: 398 pages, biography. BIC Classification: PSAF; PSAJ; PSV; PSVS. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 235 x 155 x 22. Weight in Grams: 635.
Insect Learning is a comprehensive review of a new field. Until recently, insects were viewed as rigidly programmed automatons; now, however, it is recognized that they can learn and that their behavior is plastic. This fundamental change in viewpoint is causing a re-examination of all aspects of the relationship between insects and their environment. This change in perspective is occurring at a time of heightened interest in brain function in both vertebrates and invertebrates. Insects potentially play a major role in this expanding area. Because of their experimental tractability and genetic ... Read more
Insect Learning is a comprehensive review of a new field. Until recently, insects were viewed as rigidly programmed automatons; now, however, it is recognized that they can learn and that their behavior is plastic. This fundamental change in viewpoint is causing a re-examination of all aspects of the relationship between insects and their environment. This change in perspective is occurring at a time of heightened interest in brain function in both vertebrates and invertebrates. Insects potentially play a major role in this expanding area. Because of their experimental tractability and genetic ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2012
Publisher
Springer-Verlag New York Inc. United States
Number of pages
398
Condition
New
Number of Pages
398
Place of Publication
New York, NY, United States
ISBN
9781461362166
SKU
V9781461362166
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99-15
Reviews for Insect Learning
`Insect Learning is a collection of papers providing an extensive and indepth look at the functional ecology of insect learning. On the whole this book is a good balance of theory, models and empirical results which underline the significance of various types, and aspects of learning in insect decision-making. ... an original product that will ... Read more