For years, animal behavior was explained as instinct or routine survival. New research is expanding that view.

Desmond Morris, the zoologist who has died aged 98, was a writer on human and animal behaviour who achieved world renown with ...

A new study found that subtle differences in an animal’s behavior by midlife can predict how long it is likely to live.

Heather Neave researches animal welfare, a field focused on understanding what practices can improve the lives of animals on ...

Two lion brothers rubbing heads in sign of affection and bonding© RichartPhotos/Shutterstock.com Scientists have recorded same-sex behavior across many animal groups ...

As a career ethologist, I was thrilled when I learned about Dr. Matthew Calarco's new and highly original book titled The Three Ethologies: A Positive Vision for Rebuilding Human-Animal Relationships.

Tagging wildlife alters animal behavior for days, reports new research. The findings highlight a need for longer tracking periods to better understand animal behavior in the wild. The corresponding ...

Behavioral health in veterinary medicine is often treated as an afterthought, something to address only when a problem arises ...

A tiger walks the same worn groove along the edge of its exhibit, like a broken record. A parrot methodically plucks out its own feathers until bare skin shows through. To a casual visitor, these can ...

Aggression and reactivity account for the largest share in training inquiries submitted by American pet owners.

It’s not at horror film levels, but the illicit drugs we excrete probably affect fish and the ecosystem at large.

From wolves navigating the night to monarch butterflies crossing continents, animals constantly adjust their behavior to ...