The Natural History of Weasels and Stoats

Ecology, Behavior, and Management

Nonfiction, Science & Nature, Science, Biological Sciences, Zoology
Cover of the book The Natural History of Weasels and Stoats by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell, Oxford University Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell ISBN: 9780190293697
Publisher: Oxford University Press Publication: October 12, 2006
Imprint: Oxford University Press Language: English
Author: Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
ISBN: 9780190293697
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Publication: October 12, 2006
Imprint: Oxford University Press
Language: English

Field naturalists have observed the activities of weasels for centuries. Their descriptions were often accurate but sometimes misinterpreted the animals' behaviors and underlying explanations for those behaviors. "Organized natural history" became one of the roots of the science of ecology in the 1920s and by the 1960s scientists had begun to study the biology of weasels with all the critical, objective advantages of modern theory and equipment. Until the first edition of this book appeared in 1989 no one had attempted to explain these results to non-specialist naturalists. Now thoroughly revised, this book will continue to be the main one-stop reference for professionals. But both kinds of knowledge are brought together here-- observations for the traditional naturalist and rigorous measurements and interpretations for modern scientists, integrated into a single, readable account. This new edition provides a comprehensive summary of the extensive advances over the last 15 years in our knowledge of these fascinating animals. A new U.S.-based co-author reshapes the content to be more U.S.-centric. Stories about North America trappers and backwoodsmen interacting with weasels replace some (not all) of the previous stories about English gamekeepers. These changes permeate the book, so readers familiar with the first edition will recognize some material, but will find a lot that is new. Much less reliable European information quoted in the first edition was there at the time when no better information was available. Now a new NZ chapter focuses on predation problems of the species introduced to that country. This edition, much more than a simple update, is now truly an international treatment and a more valuable resource.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Field naturalists have observed the activities of weasels for centuries. Their descriptions were often accurate but sometimes misinterpreted the animals' behaviors and underlying explanations for those behaviors. "Organized natural history" became one of the roots of the science of ecology in the 1920s and by the 1960s scientists had begun to study the biology of weasels with all the critical, objective advantages of modern theory and equipment. Until the first edition of this book appeared in 1989 no one had attempted to explain these results to non-specialist naturalists. Now thoroughly revised, this book will continue to be the main one-stop reference for professionals. But both kinds of knowledge are brought together here-- observations for the traditional naturalist and rigorous measurements and interpretations for modern scientists, integrated into a single, readable account. This new edition provides a comprehensive summary of the extensive advances over the last 15 years in our knowledge of these fascinating animals. A new U.S.-based co-author reshapes the content to be more U.S.-centric. Stories about North America trappers and backwoodsmen interacting with weasels replace some (not all) of the previous stories about English gamekeepers. These changes permeate the book, so readers familiar with the first edition will recognize some material, but will find a lot that is new. Much less reliable European information quoted in the first edition was there at the time when no better information was available. Now a new NZ chapter focuses on predation problems of the species introduced to that country. This edition, much more than a simple update, is now truly an international treatment and a more valuable resource.

More books from Oxford University Press

Cover of the book Grotesque Relations by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Desiring the Good by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book The Oxford Handbook of Organizational Citizenship Behavior by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Buddhist Extremists and Muslim Minorities by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Aging Our Way: Independent Elders, Interdependent Lives by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Emotion and Adaptation by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Renewing the Stuff of Life by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Water Music : Making Music In The Spas Of Europe And North America by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book The Way of the Cell by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Adult Learning Disabilities and ADHD: Research-Informed Assessment by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book The U.S. Navy by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Digital Tradition by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book An Anatomy of Thought by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book Negotiating Opportunities by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
Cover of the book The Left Divided by Carolyn M. King, Roger A. Powell
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy