Davies, Nick
Cuckoo: Cheating by Nature
- ISBN 13:
- 9781408856581
- author:
- Davies, Nick
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bloomsbury Paperbacks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 19.9 x 2.2 x 13 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Biological Sciences, Animal Sciences,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The cuckoo's cunning strategy has long fascinated naturalists and birdwatchers alike. By laying its eggs in the nests of other birds, the cuckoo tricks its hosts into raising young cuckoos rather than their own offspring. This remarkable phenomenon has sparked debate about the nature of evolution and the adaptability of species. In "Cuckoo Cheating by Nature", Nick Davies presents a detailed account of his research on this evolutionary "arms race" between cuckoos and their hosts. Through observation, field experiments, and analysis of adult cuckoo behavior, egg markings, and chick begging calls, Davies sheds light on the intricate mechanisms behind the cuckoo's success. This book offers a fascinating insight into the complex relationships within ecosystems and the ways in which species adapt to survive.
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