Animal Grief: How Animals Mourn
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Science is now providing some remarkable insights into animal behavior, with crocodiles, for example, emerging as devoted parents, and elephants â like whales â able to communicate with each other across long distances by ultrasound, which is inaudible to our ears. There seems little doubt that animals experience a range of emotions, just as we do; but can they grieve, too? David Alderton â award-winning, multi-million specialist animal author â contends that emotions â including grief â can potentially have a survival value for a species. The authoritative, rational text is superbly supported by interesting, sensitive photographs carefully chosen to be reflective of the subject matter. Unique subject matter, drawing on the latest research â¢Â Covers both domestic and wild animals â¢Â A subject that has intrigued pet owners for many years â¢Â Fascinating insights into the natural world â¢Â Insights into how grieving may help wild animals to survive â¢Â How this could affect conservation planning â¢Â Sensitive, rational approach to the subject â¢Â The impact on pet owners and their animals â¢Â Written by an award-winning, multi-million selling specialist animal author â¢Â A book with widespread appeal for anyone with an interest in the natural world Â