Most people think animal behavior is instinct. Fixed. Predictable. Hardwired over time. But wildlife experts often see something very different. Behavior that evolves. Not instantly. Not dramatically.

Part I: Biological perspectives. The evolution of cooperation and altruism -- Competition and conflict in animals -- Animal communication -- Part II: Human social behaviour. Theory of voting -- ...

Ellianna Hink stood at attention inside the Minnesota State Fair Sheep and Poultry Barn, hoping her feisty, biting bird Hydrangea wouldn’t ruin her chance at victory in the Westminster dog show of ...

The University of Minnesota’s Animal Welfare Judging Team is composed of undergraduate, graduate and veterinary students who compete every November at the Intercollegiate Animal Welfare Judging and ...