Mating : Science World Report

Jan 18, 2016 09:25 AM EST

New Computation Model Tracks Feral Cat Colony's Size, Location and Its Nuisance

Scientists have created the first functional model to track the size, location and nuisance of feral cat colonies.

Sep 15, 2015 10:44 PM EDT

Birds Fall In Love, Just Like Humans

The Carpenters had it right. In other words, birds may have something to do with love (they "suddenly appear..." as the song goes.) Or is it that they simply fall in love--just like humans--as well.

Sep 15, 2015 08:09 AM EDT

Speed-Dating for Birds Reveals Zebra Finches Fall in Love Like Humans

Humans aren't the only ones who can fall in love. Scientists have found that other species can fall in love, as well. A new cost/benefit analysis of love reveals a bit more about why we're so choosy when it comes to finding a companion.

Sep 02, 2015 11:15 AM EDT

Females Prefer Cheek Pads: Orangutans Choose Males with the Largest Cheeks

It turns out that when it comes to choosing a mate, cheek pads are the thing to watch out for. Female orangutans prefer males with large "check pads" on their faces.

Aug 28, 2015 08:06 AM EDT