New research has demonstrated that vampire bats form long-term bonds and friendships.
Category: Animal Behavior
Talented Turtle Topper to the Rescue
Turtles…intelligent problem-solvers.
Dolphins Cooperate and Coordinate to Reach Goals: Study
Researchers in a new study have found that dolphins coordinate their behavior to work together on shared tasks.
Chicks Born with Ability to Avoid Danger
A new study has demonstrated that chicks are born with the knowledge to flee from predators rather than learning it from experience.
Dogs Follow Caretaker to Hospital, Wait for His Release
Dogs in south Brazil took their loyalty to the next level when they followed their pack leader—a homeless man—all the way to hospital.
Behavioral Differences in Dog Breeds: Genes Play a Role
Researchers identify 131 genetic variants associated with breed differences in dog behavior.
Pigs Use Tools: Recorded for First Time
Pigs have been recorded using tools for the first time. The pigs used the tools to prepare nests for the arrival of piglets due in six months.
The coast is clear: Squirrels eavesdrop on birds to know when threats are gone
Squirrels listen in on bird communications to learn when predators have left the area and it is safe to stop being on high alert, according to a new scientific study.
Should Elephants Get Person Status?
We are in the midst of a movement among some scientists, animal advocates and philosophers arguing that elephant intelligence and social capabilities justifies classifying them as having “personhood”.
Baby Birds Communicate Danger Before They are Hatched!
A new study has revealed some rather surprising news: unhatched baby birds can sense danger and warn their nest mates of that danger before any of them are even hatched.
Goats Know If Their Friends are Happy or Sad. Do You?
According to a new scientific study it appears that goats can distinguish emotional changes in the calls of other goats–even subtle changes.
Field Mouse Play: Stunning Photographs Reveal Their Secret Lives
Stunning photographs reveal the secret life of the field mouse.