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Ethnozoology : animals in our lives /
Ethnozoology: Animals In Our Lives represents the first book about this discipline, providing a discussion on key themes on human-animal interactions and their implications, along with recent major advances in research. Humans share the world with a bewildering variety of other animals, and have int...
| Clasificación: | Libro Electrónico |
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| Formato: | Electrónico eBook |
| Idioma: | Inglés |
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London, United Kingdom ; San Diego, CA :
Academic Press,
[2018]
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- Machine generated contents note: 1. Introduction: Animals in Our Lives / Ulysses Paulino Albuquerque
- Introduction
- Investigating Animals and Their Interactions With Humans
- Why This Book?
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 2. Ethnozoology: Conceptual and Historical Aspects / Ulysses Paulino Albuquerque
- Introduction
- Historical Considerations About Human and Fauna Interactions
- Origin and History of Ethnozoology
- Ethnozoology: What Are the Marching Orders?
- Final Considerations
- References
- 3. Zooarcheology: Investigating Past Interactions Between Humans and Other Animals / Lisa Nagaoka
- Introduction
- Data Quality
- Taphonomic Analysis
- Quantification
- Theoretical Framework
- Applied Zooarcheology
- Conclusion
- References
- 4. Studying Ethnozoology in Historical Documents / Romulo Romeu Nobrega Alves
- Introduction
- Historical Records of the Relationships Between Human Society and Animals
- How Can Ethnozoological Information Be Found in Historical Documents?
- Investigating the Historical Implications of Human Exploitation of Fauna
- Whaling in Brazil
- Reflection on Historical Ethnozoology
- References
- 5. Imaginary Zoology: Mysterious Fauna in the Reports of Ancient Travelers and Chroniclers / Romulo Romeu Nobrega Alves
- Introduction
- Garden in the Orient
- Something More in Song of the Muses
- Gifts of the Nile
- World of Imagination and Fantasy
- Look at Paradise
- References
- Further Reading
- 6. Ethnotaxomy as a Methodological Tool for Studies of the Ichthyofauna and Its Conservation Implications: A Review / Marcio Luiz Vargas Barbosa Filho
- Introduction
- Historical Aspects of Ethnotaxonomy
- Hierarchization of Ethnotaxonomy
- Application of the Berlinian Model
- Analogies Between Folk and Scientific Taxonomic Classification Systems
- Correspondence Between Generic Folk Taxa and Scientific Species
- Final Considerations
- References
- 7. Importance of Hunting in Human Societies / Washington Luiz Silva Vieira
- Introduction
- Brief History of Hunting
- Motivation to Hunt: Beyond Meat
- Hunting Techniques
- Traps
- Importance and Implications of Hunting
- Final Consideration
- References
- 8. People and Fishery Resources: A Multidimensional Approach / Romulo Romeu Nobrega Alves
- Introduction
- When Did Humans Start Fishing? A Brief Historical Introduction
- Fishing and Fisheries Definitions
- Fishery Resources and Their Uses
- Fishery Resources as Food
- And for What Else?
- Brief Overview of Fishing Gears and Techniques
- Animals Used in Fisheries: An Ancient Traditional Technique Still Used Today
- Fishing: Importance, Impacts, and Socio-Environmental Concerns
- Ethnozoology and Its Role in Fishery Studies
- References
- 9. Animal Domestication and Ethnozootechny / Romulo Romeu Ngbrega Alves
- Introduction
- Taming and Domestication
- Historical Aspects of Domestication
- Theories on Domestication
- Intraspecific Diversity of Livestock Species
- Ethnozootechny or Ethnozoology?
- Conclusion
- References
- Further Reading
- 10. Wild Fauna on the Menu / Nathalie Van Vliet
- Introduction
- Freshwater and Marine Animals Used as Food
- Reptiles and Amphibians Served on the Menu
- Challenges and Opportunities for Wild Animals to Continue to Feed Humans
- Zootherapeutic Uses and Sanitary Concerns
- Conclusions: The Future of Wild Animal Foods
- References
- 11. Insects as Human Food / Arnold Van Huis
- Introduction
- History
- Nomenclature of Edible Insects
- Importance of Edible Insects in Diets
- Totems and Taboos
- Harvesting Practices
- Gender Participation in Collection and Marketing
- Habitat Destruction
- Agricultural Pests as Food
- Medicinal Uses
- From Harvesting and Semidomestication to Farming
- Conclusions
- References
- 12. Current Levels, Recent Historical Trends, and Drivers of Wildmeat Trade in the Amazon Tri-Frontier Region Between Colombia, Peru, and Brazil / Robert Nasi
- Introduction
- Wildmeat Trade in the Tri-Frontier Region Between Brazil, Colombia, and Peru
- Contemporary Wildmeat Trade Volumes in the Tri-Frontier Region Between Brazil, Colombia, and Peru
- Will the Demise of Wildmeat Take Place in the Tri-Frontier Between Peru, Brazil, and Colombia?
- References
- Further Reading
- 13. Animals and Human Health: Where Do They Meet? / Iamara Da Silva Policarpo
- Introduction
- Biotherapy
- Conclusions
- References
- 14. Use and Commercialization of Animals as Decoration / Thelma Lucia Pereira Dias
- Introduction
- Main Taxa and Derived Products Used for Decoration
- Conclusions
- References
- 15. Role of Animals in Human Culture / Raynner Rilke Duarte Barboza
- Introduction
- Animals in Religious Practices
- Animals in Mythology
- Animals in Art and Literature
- Animals in Symbolism
- Final Remarks
- References
- 16. Fauna at Home: Animals as Pets / Luiz Alves Rocha
- Introduction
- Animals Kept as Pets
- Why Do Humans Keep Pets?
- Problems Associated With Keeping Pets
- Final Remarks
- References
- 17. What About the Unusual Soldiers? Animals Used in War / Raynner Rilke Duarte Barboza
- Introduction
- Brief History
- Fauna Used in War and Their Functions
- Final Remarks
- References
- 18. Ethnozoological Role of Working Animals in Traction and Transport / Romulo Romeu Nobrega Alves
- Introduction
- Brief History of the Use of Working Animals for Traction and Transport
- Working Animals and Their Uses
- Welfare of Working Animals
- Final Remarks
- References
- 19. Wildlife Attractions: Zoos and Aquariums / Walter Lechner
- Introduction
- Brief History of Zoos and Aquariums
- Zoos and Aquariums: Tourism and Entertainment
- Zoos and Aquariums as Scientific and Educational Institutions
- Role of Zoos and Aquariums in Animal Conservation
- Controversial Debate on the Role of Zoos and Aquariums
- Final Remarks
- References
- 20. From Roman Arenas to Movie Screens: Animals in Entertainment and Sport / Raynner Rilke Duarte Barboza
- Introduction
- Using Animals as Entertainment
- Conclusion
- References
- 21. Animals as Ethnozooindicators of Weather and Climate / Raynner Rilke Duarte Barboza
- Introduction
- Invertebrates
- Vertebrates
- Final Remarks
- References
- 22. Understanding Human-Wildlife Conflicts and Their Implications / Romulo Romeu Nobrega Alves
- Introduction
- Principal Taxa Involved in Conflicts
- Factors That Lead to Conflict
- Implications for Conservation of Species
- Proposals for Conflict Mitigation
- Final Considerations
- References
- 23. Biological Predispositions and Individual Differences in Human Attitudes Toward Animals / Christoph Randler
- How Does Evolution Shape Human Attitudes to Animals?
- Coevolution With Snakes Enhances Visual Attention to Dangerous Stimuli
- Aesthetic Preferences for Animals
- Why Are Some Animals Ugly?
- Why Certain Harmless Animals Are Considered Ugly?
- Why Certain Animals Are Considered Cute?
- Role of Colors in Attitudes Toward Animals
- Rarity and Attitudes Toward Animals
- Gender Differences in Preferences for Animals
- Developmental Aspects and Correlates With Animal Attitudes
- Companion Animals
- Influences of Keeping Animals as Pets on Attitudes Toward Animals
- Influences of Meat Consumption on Attitudes Toward Animals
- Human Emotions and Animal Conservation
- Attitude Change: The Role of Education
- Conclusion
- Acknowledgments
- References
- Further Reading
- 24. Role of Ethnozoology in Animal Studies / Sergio De Faria Lopes
- Introduction
- Use of Traditional Knowledge in Ecological/Zoological Studies
- How Can Local Ecological Knowledge Help in Faunistic Surveys and Taxonomic Studies?
- -- Discovering New Species Through Ethnozoological Studies
- LEK as Source of Scientific Insights
- Relevance of Local Ecological Knowledge in Studies on the Conservation and Management of Fauna
- Final Remarks
- References
- 25. Ethnozoology and Animal Conservation / Ulysses Paulino Albuquerque
- Introduction
- Role of Ethnobiology in Biodiversity Conservation
- Human Influence on Animal Biodiversity
- Role of Ethnozoology in Animal Conservation
- Final Considerations
- References
- 26. Use of Traditional Ecological Knowledge in the Context of Participatory Wildlife Management: Examples From Indigenous Communities in Puerto Narino, Amazonas-Colombia / Robert Nasi
- Introduction
- Study Site
- Taboos and Beliefs Affecting the Use of Wildlife
- Monitoring Wildlife Populations Using a Traditional Practice to Imitate the Animals
- Discussion and Conclusions
- Acknowledgments
- References
- 27. Ethnozoology: An Overview and Current Perspectives / Ulysses Paulino Albuquerque
- Introduction
- Collecting Data Concerning Ethnozoological Publications
- Global Scientific Production in Ethnozoology
- Final Considerations
- References.