Optimality, constraints, and hierarchies in the analysis of foraging strategies /

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This dissertation is the end result of the input and help from many X people.Dr. James Dufty derived the models I used in the first chapter, and Dr. Karl Taylor verified the math. Linda Griffin helped a great deal with Chapter III, and weighed lots of fruit flies and fed lots of antlions. Steven Frank, Alan Grafen, and Dr. Eric Charnov were excellent sounding boards for some of my ideas on the theory of foraging behavior; Steve and Alan were also instrumental in teaching me all I know about statistical models. Dr. Franl: Mature provided a fellowship that gave me time to finish the work on Chapter I and also provided easy access to Sea Horse Key. Dr. Mike LaBarbera was a god-send in showing me what biomechanics is, and also in explaining the ins and outs of Stoke 's Law. Thanks to my committee, Drs.