animal behavior
Coverage of animal behavior in the Nexus archive.
- Inside the science of animal behavior: How MHHS gives dogs with behavioral challenges a second chance
The Mohawk Hudson Humane Society received $1.2 million to establish a Behavioral Rehabilitation and Outreach Center (BROC) for dogs with behavioral challenges. State leaders announced the funding to support the initiative, which aims to help harder-to-place animals.
- Female dolphins remember who is aggressive when choosing a mating partner, research shows
Female dolphins avoid aggressive males by recognizing their unique calls and tracking past behavior during mating season, according to research led by Prof Stephanie King. The study highlights how female dolphins use memory to select mating partners, particularly avoiding aggressive males when they are unavailable.
- A disabled kea parrot is the alpha male of his circus
A disabled kea parrot maintains dominance as the alpha male in his social group despite his physical limitations, challenging assumptions about leadership in animal societies. The study, published in Current Biology, highlights complex social dynamics among kea parrots.
- The noise we make is hurting animals. Can we learn to shut up?
Human-made noise is harming animals, disrupting their behavior and habitats. The article questions whether humans can reduce noise pollution to mitigate these effects.