The Wingsnappers

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Lessons from an Exuberant Tropical Bird

By Barney A. Schlinger

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The Wingsnappers by Barney A. Schlinger explores the fascinating world of a tiny bird species known for their distinctive wing-snapping sound. Delving into the unique behaviours and adaptations of these birds, the book provides an engaging insight into the ecological importance and survival strategies of these remarkable creatures. It's a blend of scientific exploration and vivid natural history storytelling.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the intricate mechanics of animal flight and want to dive deep into the biology and physics behind it. With clear scientific insights, it offers an engaging exploration into how certain creatures have adapted their flying techniques, making it perfect for nature enthusiasts and those captivated by evolutionary marvels.

Birds, hormones, and extraordinary behavior: The story of the tiny but mighty golden-collared manakin of Panama

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Birds, hormones, and extraordinary behaviour: The story of the tiny but mighty golden-collared manakin of Panama

This book is the story of a remarkable bird, the golden-collared manakin (Manacus vitellinus) of Panama. Males of this species perform one of the most elaborate, physically complex, and noisy courtship displays of any animal on the planet.

Barney A. Schlinger delves into the specialised neurons, muscles, bones, and hormonal systems underlying the manakin’s unique courtship behaviour, creating a rich life-history account that integrates field observations and evolutionary biology with behavioural ecology, anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and general ornithology.

The personal lives of investigators and the natural history of the Panamanian rainforest provide context for this account of the bird's fascinating behaviour. Schlinger clearly and approachably explains basic concepts in disciplines such as avian anatomy, endocrinology, sexual differentiation, and the neurobiology of song and aeroacoustics, offering readers a window into the biology of this exuberant bird.

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The Wingsnappers by Barney A. Schlinger is praised for its engaging exploration of the extraordinary sexual behaviour of manakins, a peculiar and vibrant bird species. The book is noted for its compelling narrative, blending biological insights and decades of research to illuminate the remarkable courtship displays of these birds. Reviewers highlight its ability to captivate a broad audience through a synthesis of behavioural, hormonal, and ornithological themes, offering profound appreciation and understanding of these tropical dancers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780300269413

Publisher: Yale University Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 28 November 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Yale University Press

Illustration: 16 color + 14 b-w illus.

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 248

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About the Author

Barney A. Schlinger is associate dean of life sciences and professor of integrative biology/physiology and ecology/evolutionary biology at the University of California, Los Angeles. He is a past president of the Society for Behavioral Neuroendocrinology and lives in Topanga, CA.