Biology of locusts and grasshoppers -- Anatomy of the nervous system -- Components of the nervous system -- Development of the nervous system -- Neurotransmitters, neuromodulators and neurohormones -- Actions of neuromodulators -- Controlling local movements of the legs -- Walking -- Jumping -- Escape movements -- Flying -- Breathing
Summary
This book reviews recent advances in insect neurobiology. By concentrating largely on one insect, the locust, this book unravels the mechanisms by which a brain integrates the vast array of sensory information to generate movement and behavior
Analysis
Locusts
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (pages 617-669) and index
Notes
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