Benyus, Janine M

Introduces some of the men and women who are working in the field of biomimicry--a science that studies nature's models and then imitates them to solve human problems--and considers the implications of such studies for the future of mankind.

Explains the secret communication among, and social behavior of, animals both exotic and familiar, using the research of animal behaviorists to illuminate animals' sounds and body language.

Discusses the advances that are being made in American zoos with regard to creating natural habitats for the animals, and provides descriptions of the behaviors and communication devices of twenty animals often found in zoos, including gorillas, elephants, pandas, and dolphins.