Having photographed animals in their native habitats around the world, from the misty rain forests of Costa Rica to the plains of Africa, the authors present an illustrated study of the behaviour of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects. The brief essays that accompany the photographs are filled with fact and lore gleaned from observation, from research, and from frequent contact with zoologists and field biologists who specialize in the various species.
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At first, this book appears to be a compilation of nature photographs, but closer inspection also reveals a series of capsule essays on various aspects of animal behavior. Presented in five chapters, divided into broad topics such as predators and prey and courtship and reproduction, the attractive photographs clearly depict the behavior described in the accompanying essay and place it in the context of the animals' relationships with their environment. Within each essay are numerous quotes (with citations) from recognized authorities on the subject at hand, which lead the interested reader to further information and discovery. Though the table of contents lists the species covered within each topic, an index would have helped to locate more specific aspects of animal behavior within the chapters. Otherwise this is an excellent choice for libraries with comprehensive collections on animal behavior and ecology and goes far beyond the coffee-table book it initially appears to be. Nancy Bent
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Exquisite nature photography and insightful commentary.,
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This review is from: Animal Watch: Behavior, Biology, and Beauty (Hardcover)
Greg and Mary Beth Dimijian have produced a book full of wonderful images of animals, animal behavior, and animal habitats around the world. Each image is coupled with a short but insightful essay which expounds upon the behavior illustrated, or the circumstances of taking the photograph, or simply makes a point about the environment, evolution, or biology. Greg Dimijian, a former clinical psychologist, and his wife, Mary Beth, have travelled the world from the tropics to antarctica and present a dazzling array of dynamic and beautiful images. The essays, with their up-to-date discussions of behavioral theory and biology are written for the layman, but are fascinating and concisely written. There is also a delightful foreward by Jane Goodall. A wonderful gift for anyone with a love of animals, biology, or photography
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This review is from: Animal Watch: Behavior, Biology, and Beauty (Hardcover)
This is a fabulous book that anyone who cares about and for animals would truly enjoy. Dr. Greg Dimijan is an professional photographer and his wife's contributions make it more than just a coffee table book.
From dung beetles to tigers they are here for you to see and read about. I keep several copies on hand to give as presents.
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