Two lion brothers rubbing heads in sign of affection and bonding© RichartPhotos/Shutterstock.com Scientists have recorded same-sex behavior across many animal groups ...

Fiddler crabs are renowned for their elaborate courtship displays, which involve both visual and vibrational signals that play crucial roles in mate attraction and intraspecific communication. Males ...

For the first time, a study led by University of Oxford researchers has listened in to the fascinating courtship displays of fiddler crabs using geophones. The findings, published in the Journal of ...

Squirrels' seemingly erratic movements are actually sophisticated courtship rituals. Males chase females, testing endurance and coordination, not just speed. During mating seasons, vocalizations like ...

Scientists found that the male’s hectocotylus, the specialized arm for mating, is lined with receptors that can sense ...

Male fruit flies can briefly learn new courtship strategies, adjusting when and how they sing based on unusual social ...

In recent decades, the use of video datasets such as wildlife cameras or lab videos has become one of the most important tools for the study of animal behavior. These datasets help researchers make ...

Scientists have recorded same-sex behavior across many animal groups, including mammals, birds, and reptiles. Still, the meaning of that behavior depends on the species and the context. Behavior that ...