(The Conversation is an independent and nonprofit source of news, analysis and commentary from academic experts.) Todd M. Freeberg, University of Tennessee (THE CONVERSATION) Animal behavior research ...

It is time for animal behavior to become its own academic discipline. The Animal Behavior Society argues that animal behavior ...

From bold foxes to gregarious birds, animals’ personalities are increasingly being seen as crucial to conservation efforts.

A naïve observer noted horse behavior during a range of interactions—grooming of the horse on its withers and neck; standing ...

A new study posits that same-sex sexual behavior developed to help primates in complex social groups ease tension, reduce ...

Dog intelligence goes far beyond learning tricks quickly or responding to basic commands. According to trainers and canine ...

"Following the above noted precautions can help residents." Officials issue warning after noticing unusual behavior of wild ...

In the natural world -- where predators pounce, prey flee, and group members feed and sleep in solidarity -- animal behavior is glorious in its variety. Now, new research suggests there may be an ...

Homosexual behavior is much more common across the animal kingdom than we first thought, new research has found. Scientists found that 78 percent of animal behavior experts had seen some degree of ...

It’s often said that pets replicate their owner’s behaviors, but it’s not just those early bedtime routines and naps on the couch that they copy. Have you ever felt stressed or anxious around your pet ...