Cephalopod Behaviour

Cephalopods are highly evolved invertebrates with large brains, elaborate sense organs, and complex behavior. This second edition summarizes recent research data from over 500 papers, adopting a comparative approach to causation, function, development, and evolution. It includes extensive color and black-and-white photography to illustrate various aspects of cephalopod behavior and is an essential resource for undergraduate and advanced students, researchers, and conservation biologists.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 376 pages
Publication date: 22 March 2018
Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Cephalopods, with their colossal brains, intricate sense organs, and intricate behavior, stand as some of the most highly evolved invertebrates on the planet. This second edition encompasses a wealth of exciting new research findings derived from over five hundred papers published since the inaugural volume. It adopts a comparative approach to causation, function, development, and evolution, delving into the intricacies of cephalopod behavior in natural habitats and the laboratory. Extensive color and black-and-white photography complements the scientific analysis, showcasing diverse aspects of cephalopod behavior. Covering the major octopus, squid, and cuttlefish species, as well as the shelled Nautilus, this comprehensive resource is indispensable for undergraduate and advanced students of animal behavior, as well as researchers new to cephalopods, in fields such as neuroscience and conservation biology. By identifying gaps in current knowledge, the text aims to inform and ignite further exploration of these enigmatic and captivating creatures.

Weight: 796g
Dimension: 189 x 246 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780521723701
Edition number: 2 Revised edition