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Fish Behavior in the Aquarium and in the Wild [Paperback]

Reebs (Author)
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Fish look extremely relaxed from our side of the fish bowl, but underlying their observed tranquility is a world of complex behavior that has been the subject of much research. Unfortunately for the interested amateur fish-lover, the results of this research have been hard to find and harder to understand. Here, Reebs (biology, Univ. of Moncton, Canada) attempts to solve that problem by "translating" the scientific literature of behavioral ecology into plain English. He discusses at length sensory and cognitive abilities as well as mate selection, particularly in common reef species and those that might be found in aquariums. Although serious and scientific in tone, the book is written in a way that even high school students working on a science project could understand. Reebs also describes some experiments that could be replicated in a home aquarium. Bibliographic references are extensive, allowing for further research. Also provided (but not seen) is a list of the Latin names corresponding to all the common names mentioned in the text, a useful reference tool in itself. Recommended for all public libraries as well as high school and college libraries where there is interest in behavioral ecology or fishes. Margaret Rioux, MBL/WHOI Lib., Woods Hole, MA
Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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The aquarium in your living room seems to be a peaceful place, but this seemingly quiet refuge reveals only a fraction of the interesting interactions among fishes and between fish and their environment. Reebs, author of numerous studies on animal behavior, presents a primer on fish behavior. Fish are quite different from the more familiar mammals or birds and live in an environment that is alien to most of us, and yet they must perform many of the same actions as we do. They find food, avoid predators, relate to other fish of their own and different species, attract mates, and raise young. How they take care of these needs makes for fascinating reading. They can detect enemies by scent, many perform courtship dances, and some adjust the number of eggs they lay by the security of the nest site. Sidebars give more information about some topics, and a notes section provides further information and citations to the scientific literature. This excellent introduction will fill any library's need for information about fish. Nancy Bent
Copyright © American Library Association. All rights reserved --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fish Behavior in the Aquarium and in the Wild, July 26 2002
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This review is from: Fish Behavior in the Aquarium and in the Wild (Paperback)
This attractive little book was written by Reebs (Univ. of Moncton, Canada) primarily for the benefit of aquarium owners and other fish fanciers. It is divided into three parts: the first explores sensory abilities; the second discusses cognitive abilities; and the third examines adaptive choices. The author's stated purpose is to bridge the gap between professional ethologists and the public. Reebs, through his superb writing ability and clever illustrations, has done an outstanding job. In so doing, he has produced a book that will be of considerable interest to students and professional biologists. Each chapter contains notes and references that provide an entree to the scientific literature. The end result is not only a good introduction but a competent overview of the entire field of fish behavior. General readers; lower-division undergraduates through professionals.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book., Jun 6 2002
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This book is a must have for anyone who is interested in fish behaviour.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Cichlid Lore and More, Mar 28 2002
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Learn how fish hear, recognize each other, navigate around obstacles despite blindness, take care of their kids, and many other interesting facts. Reebs is a Biology professor but he saves the references for the back of the book.

Give this one to your friends who don't understand why you need a 300-gallon tank in the living room...

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