Dogs have perfected a vocal triage system consisting of a soft warning bark that may escalate to a growl, and in extreme ...

Animals often show that the instinct for connection and meaning is not unique to humans by displaying behaviors that feel deeply symbolic. Sometimes, these behaviors resemble human rituals that give ...

Birds worldwide share a unique alarm call to warn each other about brood parasites like cuckoos. This vocalization, a blend of instinct and learned behavior, has been observed across 21 species ...

Genetics control behavioral sequences that are building blocks for complex behavior patterns. Mice scurry around while foraging for food, but genetics may be the unseen hand controlling these ...

The final project for students in the eight-week Introduction to Horseman course at the Nebraska College of Technical Agriculture offered a true demonstration of communication between horse and ...

Cats are endlessly entertaining with their quirky antics and mysterious ways. While some of their behaviors seem random, they usually have a logical reason behind them—driven by instinct and natural ...

Laura holds a Master's in Experimental Neuroscience and a Bachelor's in Biology from Imperial College London. Her areas of expertise include health, medicine, psychology, and neuroscience.View full ...