Behavioral ethology

Behavioral ethology is the scientific study of how animals behave in their natural environments. It focuses on understanding the reasons behind specific behaviors, such as mating, foraging, and social interactions. Ethologists observe animals in real-world settings to gather insights into their actions and the underlying evolutionary purposes. This field combines elements of biology, psychology, and ecology to explore how behavior helps animals adapt to their surroundings, survive, and reproduce, ultimately contributing to our understanding of animal life and behavior as a whole.