Key Questions in Animal Behaviour and Welfare: A Study and Revision Guide

This book is a study and revision guide for students studying animal behavior and welfare, containing 600 multiple-choice questions and answers set at three levels. It covers 10 major topic areas, including foundations and history, biological basis of behavior, learning, memory, training, territoriality, navigation, migration, animal cognition and communication, behavioral ecology and social behavior, measuring, recording, and analyzing animal behavior and welfare, animal exploitation and welfare, and animal rights, ethics, and law.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 16 March 2022
Publisher: CABI Publishing

An in-depth comprehension of animal behavior and welfare holds significant importance across a diverse array of academic programs, encompassing biology, zoology, animal welfare, animal behavior, psychology, and zoo biology. This comprehensive book serves as a valuable study and revision resource for students enrolled in programs that emphasize animal behavior and welfare as integral components. Comprising a total of 600 multiple-choice questions (with corresponding answers) spanning three levels—foundation, intermediate, and advanced—the book is organized into ten major topic areas:

1. Foundations and History of Animal Behavior and Welfare
2. Basic Concepts and Mechanisms in Behavior
3. Biological Basis of Behavior
4. Learning, Memory, and Training
5. Territoriality, Navigation, and Migration
6. Animal Cognition and Communication
7. Behavioral Ecology and Social Behavior
8. Measuring, Recording, and Analyzing Animal Behavior and Welfare
9. Animal Exploitation and Welfare
10. Animal Rights, Ethics, and Law

Designed with convenience in mind, this book is readily accessible at any time and from any location. It empowers readers to delve into the intricacies of the study of animal behavior and welfare, encompassing the interpretation of terminology, methods of recording behavior, and assessment of welfare. The book also delves into the physiology of behavior, learning, memory, cognition, behavioral ecology, animal rights, and numerous other relevant subjects. Many of the questions challenge students to apply their knowledge by analyzing information presented through graphs, data, or photographs.

By utilizing this resource, students can enhance their understanding of animal behavior and welfare, fostering a deeper appreciation for the intricate interplay between animals and their environments. Whether they are aspiring researchers, professionals working in the field, or simply enthusiasts seeking to broaden their knowledge, this book serves as a valuable companion on their academic journey.

Weight: 526g
Dimension: 234 x 156 x 15 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789248975