Cognitive Ecology - 9780226169323

The University of Chicago Press

Explore the fascinating intersection of information processing and decision-making with 'Cognitive Ecology'. This book delves into the evolutionary ecology of how organisms acquire, process, and use information to make critical decisions in their environments. It's an essential read for anyone interested in animal behavior, evolutionary biology, and cognitive science. Key topics include: * Information gathering strategies in natural environments * The costs and benefits of different decision-making processes * The role of cognition in adaptation and survival * Case studies across diverse species 'Cognitive Ecology: The Evolutionary Ecology of Information Processing and Decision Making' by Reuven Dukas offers a comprehensive overview of this dynamic field. This hardback edition provides a detailed examination of the evolutionary pressures that shape cognitive abilities and how these abilities influence an organism's ecological success. It is a seminal work for researchers and students alike. Product Summary: Cognitive Ecology book, Evolutionary Ecology, Information Processing, Decision Making, Hardback, Reuven Dukas, Animal Behavior, Evolutionary Biology, Cognitive Science.