Inside Animal Hearts and Minds: Bears That Count, Goats That Surf, and Other True Stories of Animal Intelligence and Emotion

This compilation of anecdotes and reports of scientific research on animal intelligence and emotion will delight lovers of both wild and domestic animals. Journalist, educator, and instructional designer Recio presents examples of animal communication with humans and playfulness among animals of the same and different species. He also includes stories of how certain animals have the ability to navigate several miles across land or sea and how they are able to accomplish feats of memory. Among the many groups included are insects, birds, dogs, cats, chimpanzees, whales, and octopuses. Many photos, both color and black-and-white, as well as graphic effects to emphasize main points in a textbook style, enhance the book's appeal. Bibliographic notes for each chapter and a list of suggested readings are provided.