Behavior

Parasitic beetles are the first animals known to imitate floral scents

When presented with two different types of decisions, the brain accumulates evidence in a similar way

Fashion’s 20-year trend cycle isn’t just based on vibes; it can be mathematically modeled

Tickling may be evolutionarily ancient and recognized across cultures, but science has only scratched the surface of this topic

Raccoons might want to break into your trash can even without delicious leftovers inside

Punch, a monkey that went viral after he was abandoned by his mother in a Japanese zoo, is reminiscent of a foundational attachment theory experiment

These caterpillars rely on ants to tend them, and they use a surprisingly complex sense of rhythm to make it happen

Spiders scare off predators by seemingly supersizing themselves

Behavioral economist Katy Milkman explains why most New Year’s resolutions fail and shares how science-backed strategies can build habits that last.

Are you a specialist or a generalist? The answer could reveal something about how well you learn and perfect a skill

More than 1 in 10 children in the U.S. have ADHD, fueling debate over the condition and how to treat it

When more humans are added to a team, each member accomplishes less work—but teams of weaver ants do better and better as more join