Tagged With Behavior Research

Capybara lounging by the water's edge with sunglasses, amid tropical foliage, reflecting a tranquil atmosphere

Why Are Capybaras So Chill? Uncovering the Secrets of Their Serenity

6 February 2024

Their relaxed nature can be attributed to their social hierarchies, choices in living environments, biological stress responses, and interactions with other species.

Chow Chow with a bear-like reddish-brown coat standing beside a 'Beware of Bears' sign in a grassy field

Are Bears Big Dogs? The Science Behind This Myth

6 February 2024

Comparison of bears and dogs, discussing variations in DNA, appearance, the process of becoming pets, place in the environment, cognitive abilities, and cultural significance.

Border Collie lying down with paws forward, highlighting detailed anatomy of its toes and pads against a clean background

How Many Toes Does a Dog Have? Exploring Canine Paw Anatomy

5 February 2024

This article discusses the following topics: number of toes, purpose, genetic and breed factors, differences between breeds, evolutionary history, and the need for paw care.

Naked hermit crab on a sandy beach examining a variety of empty shells

Why Is My Hermit Crab Naked? The Science of Crab Behavior

5 February 2024

Knowing why hermit crabs leave their shells, maintaining the right living environment, and offering a variety of shells for optimal health and safety.

Two apprehensive cats meeting for the first time indoors, including a cautious Siamese and an Abyssinian with an arched back

Signs of Aggression When Introducing Cats: What the Experts Say

4 February 2024

Important signs to look out for during cat introductions are aggression, signs of stress, and the ability to read cat body language, pheromones, and environmental needs.

Person examining the plastron and tail of a Red-Eared Slider turtle on a clean surface with notes and a magnifying glass

How to Tell a Turtle’s Gender: Important Characteristics That Help Determine If a Turtle Is a Boy or a Girl

2 February 2024

How to tell the sex of a turtle using biological methods, temperature-dependent sex determination, the impact of the environment, and behavior for conservation purposes.

Sleepy Scottish Fold cat yawning mid-stretch while curled up on a sunny windowsill with houseplants

Why Do Cats Yawn? Unraveling the Feline Yawn Mystery

2 February 2024

This article discusses the science behind cat yawns: everything from why cats yawn based on their mood and health, to why they yawn based on evolution, the brain, and the environment.

Majestic Serval cat on guard with an alert posture behind a subtle fence, human observer in the background

Can a Serval Cat Kill a Human? Assessing the Risks

1 February 2024

Evaluating multiple cats' likelihood of being dangerous to people, their hunting skills, temperaments, and unusual cases of aggression.

Siamese cat intently staring at a trickling hourglass in a room with soft natural light

Can Cats Tell Time? How Cats Perceive Time

31 January 2024

A cat's time perception is influenced by daily schedules, environmental signals, and circadian rhythms, all of which impact mental and physical health.

Serene blue British Shorthair cat sleeping in bed with a gentle focus on its peaceful face

Do Cats Dream Like Humans? Insights into Feline Sleep Patterns

31 January 2024

Comparative review of cat and human dreams with a focus on REM sleep behavior, neuroimaging research, and memory processing.

Small Greyhound sleeping on a dog bed in a warmly lit living room, possibly dreaming

Do Dogs Dream Like Humans? Insights into Canine Sleep and Dreams

31 January 2024

Information about doggy dreams, how they compare to human dreams, the emotional side of dreaming, breed-specific dream patterns, and how to help your dog get better sleep.

Siamese cat intrigued by a moving fish animation on a tablet screen in dim lighting

Can Cats See What’s On-Screen? Exploring the Depths of Feline Screen Time

30 January 2024

Cats’ responsiveness to screens, how they see and understand what’s happening on the screen, and the effects of purposeful screen time on their lives.