Behavioural Ecology

Behavioral ecology studies how animals' behaviors are influenced by their environment and their need to survive and reproduce. It examines why animals act in certain ways—like foraging, mating, or caring for young—and how these behaviors increase their chances of passing genes to the next generation. Essentially, it explores the strategies animals use to adapt to their surroundings, balancing risks and rewards, to maximize their reproductive success. This field helps us understand the natural choices animals make in the wild and how those choices shape their survival.