Male bowerbirds hope to dazzle females with bright human-made items
It’s a reminder of how human activity is changing the natural world in unanticipated ways.”...
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Urban bowerbirds hoard human objects to woo mates, study shows
A new study shows that urban male bowerbirds are ditching otherwise natural decorations and turning to human trash to woo mates.
Over the Cliff: The Increase in Crazy
Exploring rising political unrest and dangerous behaviors tied to today’s left-wing stress response.
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[2605.30550] Early Prediction of Future Behavioral Strategy from Process Traces
Abstract page for arXiv paper 2605.30550: Early Prediction of Future Behavioral Strategy from Process Traces
[2605.31110] Building Generalization Into Behavior Generation Via Adaptive Compositions of Regularities
Abstract page for arXiv paper 2605.31110: Building Generalization Into Behavior Generation Via Adaptive Compositions of Regularities
Why People Who Can’t Understand Words Are Better At Spotting Lies
The words that liars use only seem to distract observers from the truth.
The Overtoun Bridge in Scotland has seen hundreds of dogs leap from the same parapet since the 1950s, often on clear days from the right side, and one behavioural investigation pointed to the scent of
Since the 1950s, more than 600 dogs are estimated to have leapt from the same stretch of parapet on Scotland's Overtoun Bridge. A behavioural study by Dr David ...
2 ‘Weird Ticks’ Only Intelligent People Have, By A Psychologist
Here’s why the most intelligent person you know sometimes acts like they don’t know or understand the fundamentals.
These birds clap at night to flirt
"People tend to focus on birdsong, but there are many species making important sounds mechanically rather than vocally."
Heterospecifics removing eggs: brood parasites or predators of nest content? - Behavioral Ecology and Sociobiology
Many bird species adjust their nest defense behavior according to the type and magnitude of perceived threats. Hosts of brood parasites – species tha
Just say no: Americans’ wildest excuses for flaking on plans — from alien abductions to fake arrests
By the age of 32, Americans plan their social calendars around their sleep schedules.
Experts reveal avoiding eye contact isn't rude, it's trauma. Here's why
Plus, more health and science finds for you.. Explore this storyboard about Culture by GOOD on Flipboard.
AI Chatbots Tell People What They Want To Hear
Even a single interaction with a flattering AI reduced people’s willingness to take responsibility.
The signs you have dating app burnout - and four ways to beat it
Download, burnout, delete, repeat. Science says dating app users follow a predictable and dangerous pattern. These are the signs you're falling for it – and h...