Tagged With Behavior Research

Curious rabbit with long ears and fluffy white coat examining a vibrant rainbow of colors

The Rainbow of Rabbit Vision: What Colors Can Rabbits See?

31 May 2024

Rabbits have dichromatic vision, which means they can see blue and green light, which helps them spot predators in green foliage.

Detailed photograph of a sleek, fluffy grey Siberian cat balanced on a narrow surface, its long, bushy tail extended behind it for stability

Cat Tail Control: An Investigation of Feline Agility and Evolutionary Functions

31 May 2024

How cats use their tails for balance, to show their feelings, and to help them catch prey, as well as what happens when a cat loses its tail.

Curious Labrador Retriever sniffing and licking a human's pillow on a bed, with a soft focus on the bedroom background

Why Does My Dog Lick My Pillow? Exploring the Slobbery Reasons

30 May 2024

Dogs are attracted to the smell of their owners, which could signal anxiety, stress, or another medical problem that needs to be addressed by a vet.

A sleek black cat laying a dead mouse at the feet of its owner, who is looking down with a mix of appreciation and mild disgust

Why Do Cats Bring You Dead Animals? Exploring Instinct and Evolution

29 May 2024

Cats have a tendency to leave their owners presents of dead animals because of their natural hunting instincts and their desire to help their owners improve their hunting abilities.

Tabby cat crouched down, intently watching a small, non-venomous snake slithering on the ground in a garden

Do Cats Eat Snakes? Exploring the Predator-Prey Relationship

28 May 2024

While house cats are known to hunt and kill small snakes, they typically steer clear of larger, venomous snakes. Bigger wild cats eat snakes more frequently.

Colorful male hyacinth macaw with bright blue plumage perched on a wooden branch, with an open beak as if vocalizing

Can Macaws Talk? A Look at Their Incredible Ability to Imitate Human Speech

28 May 2024

The reason macaws can talk is due to their special vocal anatomy and brain structures that allow for vocal learning and imitation.

Friendly, curly-coated dog sitting on the stairs, gazing towards the living room where family members are visible

Why Does My Dog Sit Alone in Another Room? Exploring the Causes

28 May 2024

Why your dog might prefer to be alone, from feeling overwhelmed and anxious to wanting some peace and quiet.

Close-up portrait of an orange tabby cat with prominent bony ridges above its eyes, giving a quizzical expression

Do Cats Have Eyebrows? Understanding Feline Facial Features

26 May 2024

Cats have bony ridges above their eyes that look like eyebrows and even seem to help express the same emotions.

Close-up portrait of a zebra with flared nostrils, pinned back ears, and narrowed, hostile eyes

Zebra Aggression: Why Are Zebras So Mean?

26 May 2024

Zebras are known for their aggression, and they will often use powerful kicks and bites to protect their herd, territory, and offspring from threats.

Bright orange snake slithering through tall grass, its body and tail in motion with head turned towards the camera

Snakes and Their Deceptive "Tails": An Evolutionary Exploration

24 May 2024

The elongated back ends of snakes aren't tails in the traditional sense, but they are important for things like movement, feeling the environment, and special adaptations.

Close-up portrait of a spotted turtle with an intense, contemplative expression

How Smart Are Turtles? An Investigation Into Turtle Intelligence

24 May 2024

Turtles have higher-level thinking skills than previously thought, and recent studies have even found that they have the ability to form mental maps.

Fluffy Maine Coon cat with a long, bushy tail sitting on a wooden surface, with a friendly, inquisitive expression

Is My Cat a Maine Coon? Physical and Behavioral Signs

21 May 2024

Physical attributes, personality traits, and medical concerns to help you determine if your cat is a Maine Coon.