ethology (Meaning)
ethology (n)
the branch of zoology that studies the behavior of animals in their natural habitats
ethology (n.)
A treatise on morality; ethics.
The science of the formation of character, national and collective as well as individual.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ethology
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ethology Sentence Examples
- Ethology is the scientific study of animal behavior, focusing on the evolutionary and ecological basis of behavior.
- Ethologists study a wide range of animal behaviors, including communication, mating, aggression, territoriality, and foraging.
- Ethological studies have revealed that many animal behaviors are innate, or genetically programmed.
- Other behaviors are learned through experience, either through trial and error or through social learning.
- Ethology has helped us to understand the evolution of human behavior, as well as the behavior of other animals.
- Ethological research has also been used to develop conservation programs and to improve the welfare of animals in captivity.
- Ethological studies have shown that animals are capable of complex cognitive abilities, such as tool use, problem-solving, and communication.
- Ethology has also helped us to understand the relationship between humans and animals, and how our behavior can affect the behavior of animals.
- Ethological research has also been used to develop methods for training animals, such as dogs and horses.
- Ethological studies have also been used to develop methods for preventing and treating animal behavior problems.
FAQs About the word ethology
the branch of zoology that studies the behavior of animals in their natural habitatsA treatise on morality; ethics., The science of the formation of character,
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Ethology is the scientific study of animal behavior, focusing on the evolutionary and ecological basis of behavior.
Ethologists study a wide range of animal behaviors, including communication, mating, aggression, territoriality, and foraging.
Ethological studies have revealed that many animal behaviors are innate, or genetically programmed.
Other behaviors are learned through experience, either through trial and error or through social learning.
