From purring to the zoomies, almost all of your cat's quirky behaviors have logical explanations.

We like to think we have animals figured out: Owls prowl at night, squirrels scamper by day, and bears sleep through winter. But it turns out wildlife isn't following our rule book, and a new global ...

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A viral video of a dachshund joyfully rolling on a blanket after eating has sparked discussion among veterinarians who weighed in on the behavior. Posted by user @digitdax, the clip features a dog ...

The monkey captured the hearts of millions of internet users after he was filmed carrying and hugging a stuffed animal—bigger ...

How animals may modify their behavior depending on their context has been modeled mathematically by two RIKEN neuroscientists. Their simple but biologically plausible model could shed light on mental ...

It's time to stop bickering, accept what science tells us, acknowledge the widespread occurrence of intentional behavioral flexibility, and pay attention to why it has evolved.

A new study reveals the brain circuit behind parental care also controls helping behavior, offering clues about the roots of compassion.