The Study of Prosimian Behavior

List of Contributors

Preface

Chapter 1 Classification of the Prosimians


1. Introduction


2. Status of the Tupaiidae


3. Status of the Tarsiidae


4. The Origin of the Primates


5. Foundations of the Classification of the Strepsirhini


6. Notes on the Classification of the Strepsirhini


7. Proposals for a Revised Classification of the Extant Strepsirhini

References

Chapter 2 Phylogenetic Aspects of Prosimian Behavior


1. Introduction


2. Body Size and Scaling Effects


3. Feeding Behavior


4. Locomotion


5. The Nervous System


6. Discussion

References

Chapter 3 Reproductive Physiology and Behavior in Prosimians


1. Introduction


2. Tarsiidae


3. Galaginae


4. Lorisinae


5. Cheirogaleinae


6. Indriidae


7. Lemuridae


8. Summary

References

Chapter 4 Maternal Behavior in Prosimians


1. Introduction


2. Patterns of Life Style and Maternal Behavior in Prosimians


3. Detailed Studies of Maternal Care in Lemur and Varecia

References

Chapter 5 Development of Behaavior in Prosimians with Special Reference to the Lesser Bushbaby, Galago Senegalensis Moholi


1. Introduction


2. Method


3. Descriptive Observations on Development


4. Quantitative Observations on the Development of Some Adult Behaviors


5. Weight Gain


6. Discussion and Conclusions

References

Chapter 6 Learning and Intelligence in Prosimians


1. Introduction


2. Performance Contingencies


3. Review of Learning and Problem-Solving Data


4. Discussion

References

Chapter 7 Vocal Communication in Prosimians


1. Introduction


2. Systematic Survey of Prosimian Vocalizations


3. Discussion

References

Chapter 8 Diet and Ecology of Prosimians


1. Definition of Diet in Relation to Field and Laboratory Research Methods


2. Ecology and Specialization in the Diet of Prosimians


3. Social Life in Relation to Diet and Ecology


4. Particular Aspects of Dietary Specialization


5. Food Composition and Feeding Behavior of Prosimians


6. Discussion and Conclusions

References

Chapter 9 Spatial Distribution and Ranging Behavior in Lemurs


1. Introduction


2. Lemur Habitats in Madagascar


3. Population Density, the Distribution of Individuals in the Population, and Lemur Ranging Behavior


4. Discussion

References

Chapter 10 The Role of Vision in Prosimian Behavior


1. Introduction


2. Review of Anatomical and Physiological Aspects


3. Vision and Behavior


4. Vision and Evolution: Conclusions

References

Chapter 11 Olfactory Communication in Prosimians


1. Introduction


2. Functional and Anatomical Basis of Olfactory Communication


3. The Range of Olfactory Communication


4. Discussion and Conclusions

References

Chapter 12 Prosimian Locomotor Behavior


1. Introduction


2. The Galago demidovii Case


3. The Results of the Galago demidovii Experiment


4. Descriptive Accounts of the Locomotion of Prosimians


5. Summary and Conclusions

References

Chapter 13 Field Studies of Lorisid Behavior: Methodological Aspects


1. Introduction


2. The Lorisids of Gabon


3. The Galagines of South Africa


4. General Discussion


5. Summary and Conclusions

References

Chapter 14 Outline of the Behavior of Tarsius Bancanus


1. Introduction


2. Phylogeny and Distribution


3. Methods


4. The Ecosystem


5. Diurnal Resting and Nocturnal Activity (Circadian Rhythms)


6. Territorality


7. Social Behavior


8. Vocal Communication


9. Discussion

References

Index