The article reviews Tim Caro's book "Antipredator Defenses in Birds and Mammals," which compiles extensive literature on antipredator defenses in birds and mammals. The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of predator-prey interactions, from avoiding detection to defenses at the point of capture and consumption. Key topics include morphological traits for cryptic behavior, behavioral changes to avoid predators, vigilance and group size, warning signals, aposematic coloration, and nest defense. The author highlights the book's comprehensive coverage, detailed data, and valuable insights into the interactions between predators and prey. The review also discusses specific chapters on eavesdropping, audience effects, and the role of communication networks in animal behavior, emphasizing the book's contributions to the field of animal communication.The article reviews Tim Caro's book "Antipredator Defenses in Birds and Mammals," which compiles extensive literature on antipredator defenses in birds and mammals. The book is organized into chapters that cover various aspects of predator-prey interactions, from avoiding detection to defenses at the point of capture and consumption. Key topics include morphological traits for cryptic behavior, behavioral changes to avoid predators, vigilance and group size, warning signals, aposematic coloration, and nest defense. The author highlights the book's comprehensive coverage, detailed data, and valuable insights into the interactions between predators and prey. The review also discusses specific chapters on eavesdropping, audience effects, and the role of communication networks in animal behavior, emphasizing the book's contributions to the field of animal communication.