animal intelligence

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animal intelligence

Psychic animals

a fascinating investigation of paranormal behavior
1988
Presents evidence concerning feats of telepathy, precognition, and other mysterious phenomena of the animal kingdom.

Fish facts & bird brains

animal intelligence
1984
Discusses the intelligence of a variety of animals and the observations and tests which have brought scientists to their conclusions. Includes tests for the reader to use with pets.

Behavior in living things

2012
Describes what behavior is, the different types, and the role that emotions play in behavior.

Clever as a fox

animal intelligence and what it can teach us about ourselves
2001
Discusses the differences between instinct and intelligence, and examines humans' perceptions of animals' intelligence, as well as the influence of religion and the media on such attitudes.

Sea lions

2007
Describes the intelligence of sea lions, covering their memory and communication skills; explains how they can be trained to help humans in the U.S. Navy and other fields; and discusses sea lion protection.

The octopus and the orangutan

more true tales of animal intrigue, intelligence, and ingenuity
2002
Presents stories from scientists, zookeepers, trainers, veterinarians, and others who deal with animals on a daily basis that tell of instances in which animals have demonstrated intelligence and ingenuity beyond what humans have generally believed possible.

How smart are animals?

1990
Discusses recent research on levels of intelligence in both wild and domestic animals.

Living free

the story of Elsa and her cubs
1961
Describes how Elsa, a lioness raised as a pet, raised her cubs in the wild while maintaining her attachment to the Adamsons.

Dog sense

how the new science of dog behavior can make you a better friend to your pet
2011
A renowned anthrozoologist shows how humans can live in harmony with their canine friends, explaining why positive reinforcement is a more effective way to control behavior and how to weigh a dog's unique personality against the stereotypes of its breed.

The genius in all of us

why everything you've been told about genetics, talent, and IQ is wrong
2010
Challenges common beliefs that human potential is largely determined by genetics and other biological factors, drawing on a variety of scientific disciplines to explain how to tap innate abilities that have been influenced by environmental factors.

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