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The Cuckoo: The Uninvited Guest
The Cuckoo's Captivating Conundrum: Unraveling the Evolutionary Arms Race
Cuckoos are widely recognized as the harbingers of spring, their haunting calls echoing across fields and reedbeds, proclaiming their presence. Yet, these birds are often more easily heard than seen, and their brief appearances in flight can easily be mistaken for hawks or falcons. However, the cuckoo's claim to fame extends far beyond its iconic call, as it is well-known, and perhaps even infamous, for its remarkable reproductive behavior.
At the heart of this avian mystery lies the cuckoo's habit of laying its eggs in the nests of much smaller species, such as reed warblers. The unsuspecting host birds are then forced to raise the enormous cuckoo chick, often at the expense of their own offspring, as the cuckoo hatchling ruthlessly ejects the host's eggs from the nest.
This complex and intriguing behavior has captivated researchers and naturalists alike, prompting the question: How does this remarkable adaptation play out in the natural world, and how did it evolve? What are the cuckoo's special tricks, and what counter-measures have the host birds developed to resist the cuckoo's depredations?
In this illuminating book, the authors delve deep into the stories behind this extraordinary phenomenon, unraveling the complex and ever-evolving evolutionary arms race between the nest parasite and its hosts. Through detailed explanations of the findings from behavioral and ecological research, the authors offer a comprehensive and highly readable account that constantly reveals new questions, each one begging to be answered.
The natural history of the cuckoo-host struggle is brought to life through the astonishing photographs of Oldo Mikulica, who has dedicated nearly four decades to observing cuckoos and their various hosts from hides. The result is a unique and visually stunning book that not only informs but also delights the reader.
Readers will be captivated by the intricate dance between the cuckoo and its hosts, as they witness the constant struggle for evolutionary advantage. From the cuckoo's ingenious egg-laying strategies to the host birds' intricate defense mechanisms, the book unveils a world of remarkable adaptations and counter-adaptations, providing a comprehensive understanding of this fascinating avian conundrum.
Through the combination of detailed scientific explanations and breathtaking visual imagery, the authors and photographer have created a truly exceptional work that celebrates the wonders of the natural world and the endless fascination it holds. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the intricacies of animal behavior, the marvels of evolution, and the captivating mysteries that lie within the natural realm.
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| Attribute | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| publisher | Princeton University Press (January 3, 2017) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| hardcover | 160 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 0995567301 | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-0995567306 | ||||
| item_weight | 1.85 pounds | ||||
| dimensions | 9.75 x 0.5 x 9.75 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #2,403,114 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #567 in Animal Behavior & Communication #638 in Lifestyle Photography #1,822 in Natural History (Books) | ||||
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