The insect brain: we froze ants and beetles to learn how they remember their way home

Insects such as ants and beetles use ingenious processes in their brains to work out how far they’ve travelled and in what direction - we’ve now discovered how they remember their way home.

Ayse Yilmaz-Heusinger, Postdoctoral researcher in Functional Zoology, Lund University • conversation
Feb. 25, 2022 ~7 min

Early trauma affects an elephant's ability to assess threat from lions – new research

We showed for the first time that social disruption and trauma - such as culling of older elephants - has a lasting impact on the behaviour of African elephants.

Graeme Shannon, Lecturer in Zoology, Bangor University • conversation
Feb. 18, 2022 ~7 min


Here's how far people want the government to limit their freedoms for the sake of the planet -- new research

Research shows people want government to restrict excess consumption through regulations, not just to rely on citizens to make better choices.

Noel Flay Cass, Research Fellow in Energy Demand Behaviour, University of Leeds • conversation
Feb. 17, 2022 ~8 min

Five things to consider before getting a feline companion

Cats are in charge – but living with one can be one of life’s greatest joys. Here’s some guidance on choosing the right feline for you.

Claudia Vinke, Assistant Professor in Behavioural Biology, Utrecht University • conversation
Feb. 17, 2022 ~7 min

Why badgers are unfairly demonised - and what we can do to help

Badgers are shy and nocturnal animals. It’s time to challenge false perceptions and end the cruelty towards this iconic mammal.

Anna Champneys, Senior Lecturer in Wildlife Conservation, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Feb. 11, 2022 ~8 min

Chimpanzees rub insects on open wounds – new research suggests treating others may not be uniquely human

How Rekambo chimpanzees demonstrate a number of ground breaking behaviours never seen before in animals.

Fiona Stewart, Lecturer in Wildlife Conservation, Liverpool John Moores University • conversation
Feb. 9, 2022 ~7 min

Chimpanzees rub insects on open wounds – new research suggests self-medication may not be uniquely human

How Rekambo chimpanzees demonstrate a number of ground breaking behaviours never seen before in animals.

Fiona Stewart, Lecturer in Wildlife Conservation, Liverpool John Moores University • conversation
Feb. 9, 2022 ~7 min

Chimpanzees rub insects on open wounds: here's why it's a fascinating discovery

How Rekambo chimpanzees demonstrate a number of ground breaking behaviours never seen before in animals.

Fiona Stewart, Lecturer in Wildlife Conservation, Liverpool John Moores University • conversation
Feb. 9, 2022 ~7 min


Why monkeys attack sick members of their troop - and don't socially distance at all

Why social interaction isn’t always a good thing for primates, especially for individuals with a fever.

Richard Mcfarland, Senior Lecturer in Evolution and Social Behaviour, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Feb. 1, 2022 ~7 min

Driverless cars won't be good for the environment if they lead to more auto use

Studies show that when people can ride in a car without having to operate it, they increase their car use. That could increase traffic and pollution, unless government puts a price on car travel.

Scott Hardman, Professional Researcher, Plug-in Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Research Center, University of California, Davis • conversation
Jan. 28, 2022 ~10 min

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