Parasites and the Behavior of Animals

TLDR

Parasites influence animal behavior, affecting life cycles, transmission dynamics, and avoidance strategies. The study examines how parasite-induced behavioral changes affect the fitness and longevity of infected hosts. The authors conclude with remarks and provide an appendix containing tables, bibliography, and index. 1.

Abstract

1. Introduction 2. Life Cycles: Blueprints for R0 3. Behavioral Alterations and Parasite Transmission 4. Behavioral Alterations and Avoiding Parasites 5. Behavioral Alterations and the Fitness and Longevity of Infected Hosts 6. Concluding Remarks Appendix: Table Bibliography Index