Isbn: 9781439198742 - gifts of the crow: how perception, emotion, and thought allow smart birds to behave like humans (15 Ergebnisse)

Paperback. Zustand: Fair. New research indicates that crows are among the brightest animals in the world. And professor of Wildlife Science at the University of Washington John Marzluff has done some of the most extraordinary research on crows, which has been featured in The New York Times, National Geographic, and the Chicago Tribune, as well as on NPR and PBS. Now he teams up with artist and fellow naturalist Tony Angell to offer an in-depth look at these incredible creatures--in a book that is brimming with surprises.Redefining the notion of bird brain, crows and ravens are often called feathered apes because of their clever tool-making and their ability to respond to environmental challenges, including those posed by humans. Indeed, their long lives, social habits, and large complex brains allow them to observe and learn from us and our social gatherings. Their marvelous brains allow crows to think, plan, and reconsider their actions. In these and other enthralling revelations, Marzluff and Angell portray creatures that are nothing short of amazing: they play, bestow gifts on people who help or feed them, use cars as nutcrackers, seek revenge on animals that harass them, are tricksters that lure birds to their deaths, and dream. The authors marvel at crows' behavior that we humans would find strangely familiar, from delinquency and risk taking to passion and frolic. A testament to years of painstaking research, this riveting work is a thrilling look at one of nature's most wondrous creatures.…

Zustand: acceptable. This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ"expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.

Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. Illustrated. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

PAP. Zustand: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

paperback. Zustand: Very Good. 2013; New York; white illustrated glossy paper covers with blue titles; covers contain rubbing and shelf wear; sticker on front cover labeled "autographed"; author's signature on title page; Interior is clean and unmarked; 8vo, 7 3/4" to 9 3/4" tall; 287 pages.

Zustand: New. pp. 320 Illus.

Zustand: New. With its abundance of funny, awe-inspiring, and poignant stories, Gifts of the Crowportrays creatures who are nothing short of amazing. Num Pages: 320 pages, 20-30 line drawings, index, notes. BIC Classification: WN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 214 x 140 x 28. Weight in Grams: 274. . 2013. 1.6.2013. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Zustand: New. In English.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1.6.2013 edition. 320 pages. 8.50x5.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Zustand: Brand New. 1.6.2013 edition. 320 pages. 8.50x5.50x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Octavo,304 pp.,black and white illustrations. Marzluff and Angell portray creatures that are nothing short of amazing: they play, bestow gifts on people who help or feed them, use cars as nutcrackers, seek revenge on animals that harass them, are tricksters that lure birds to their deaths, and dream. The authors marvel at crows' behaviour that we humans would find strangely familiar, from delinquency and risk taking to passion and frolic. A testament to years of painstaking research, this fully illustrated, riveting work is a thrilling look at one of nature's most wondrous creatures. Also available in hardcover [stock id 34619].…

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Stan Coren's groundbreaking The Intelligence of Dogs meets Bernd Heinrich's classic Mind of the Raven in this astonishing, beautifully illustrated look at the uncanny intelligence and emotions of crows. Playful, social, and passionate, crows have brains that are huge for their body size, which allows them to think, plan, and reconsider their actions. They also exhibit an avian kind of eloquence, mate for life, and associate with relatives and neighbors for years. And to people who care for them and feed them, they often give oddly touching gifts in return. The ongoing connection between humans and crowsa cultural coevolutionhas shaped both species for millions of years. Scientist John Marzluff teams up with artist-naturalist Tony Angell to tell amazing stories of these brilliant birds. With Marzluff's extraordinary original research on the intelligence and startling abilities of corvidscrows, ravens, and jaysAngell's gorgeous line drawings, and a lively joint narrative, the authors offer an in-depth look at these complex creatures and the traits and behaviors we share, including language, delinquency, frolic, passion, wrath, risk taking, and awareness. Crows gather around their dead, warn of impending doom, recognize people, commit murder of other crows, lure animals to their death, swill coffee and drink beer, design and use toolsincluding cars as nutcrackersand windsurf and sled to play. Perfect for birdwatchers, animal lovers, and fans of nature writing such as Sy Montgomery's The Soul of an Octopus, this book is a captivating blend of science, art, and unforgettable stories about one of the world's most intelligent animals.…

Zustand: NEW.

Zustand: New. With its abundance of funny, awe-inspiring, and poignant stories, Gifts of the Crowportrays creatures who are nothing short of amazing.&Uumlber den AutorJohn Marzluff and Tony AngellKlappentextrnrnWith its abunda.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Gifts of the Crow | How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans | John Marzluff (u. a.) | Taschenbuch | Kartoniert / Broschiert | Englisch | 2015 | Atria Books | EAN 9781439198742 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu.…