Ethology

Chickens living in enriched environments remain happy despite exposure to stress, according to a study from SLU, Linköping University, Uppsala University and Neiker-Tecnalia, Spain. In the study, one

Animals are often synchronised in their behaviour, with costs and benefits varying according to group size and the behaviour being performed. Synchronised behaviour is common in poultry, and

Little is known about the cat’s need for human contact, although it is generally believed that cats are more independent than e.g. dogs. How true is this? In this study, researchers from the Swedish

fraukef I am a postdoctoral researcher interested in plant-herbivore-interactions. In my current project I focus on how pine weevil damage can be prevented with induced defenses in conifer seedlings

Assessment of dogs’ stress levels at the veterinary clinic is important for dog welfare as well as the safety of the personnel. But how could this be done in a feasible way? In this study from the

A recent study from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences investigated the adult attachment style in dog owners, which describes how you relate to other people, including aspects such as

In all European countries, farmers keeping animals must comply with European and national animal welfare legislation. Each government has a responsibility to make sure that the legislation is

Fellow applications for the next cycle 2018-2019, deadline 31 January 2018. EU-FORA is a unique opportunity for early to mid-career scientists from EU national risk assessment authorities or any

Fellow applications for the next cycle 2018-2019, deadline 31 January 2018. EU-FORA is a unique opportunity for early to mid-career scientists from EU national risk assessment authorities or any

Adriaan "Adjan" de Jong bo-soren.wiklund@slu.se adjo My research is focused on migratory birds of boreal landscapes. Focal species are Bean Goose (Anser fabalis), Eurasian Curlew (Numenius arquata

nasi ​​I am a spatial ecologist with broad interest in the interactions of animals with their environment, including humans. I enjoy linking ecological and evolutionary theory with data, developing