empathy research in animals

Empathy research in animals explores how animals understand and share the feelings of others. Scientists observe behaviors such as comforting a distressed peer or responding to another's pain, which suggest animals can recognize and react to others' emotions. These studies help us understand the emotional lives of animals, indicating that some species are capable of empathy-like responses. This research informs discussions on animal cognition, welfare, and the conservation of social behaviors across different species.