Blog posts tagged with guinea pigs

Examples of Animal Behavior Research
18 Feb animal behavior research Other (Animal)

Examples of Animal Behavior Research

Researchers in ethology are interested in understanding all aspects of animal behavior. We have highlighted some great examples of Animal Behavior Research on our Behavioral Research Blog.
How wild cavies and domesticated guinea pigs differ
05 Aug animal behavior research Social Behavior

How wild cavies and domesticated guinea pigs differ

Domestication has a considerable effect on the behavior of animals. The dramatic change in their environment and provision of food alter the need for behaviors such as exploration. But what exactly is the difference?
Why guinea pigs are just like us
08 Feb animal behavior research Other (Animal)

Why guinea pigs are just like us

If zebrafish are the new mice, guinea pigs might be the new rats. Guinea pigs differ from mice and rats, and that just might make them more suitable due to the fact that these results are more easily translated to humans.