animal psychology

noun

Meaning

The scientific study of the mental processes, behavior, and cognitive abilities of non-human species.

Examples

She decided to pursue a career in animal psychology to better understand how primates communicate.
The university's department of animal psychology published a groundbreaking study on avian intelligence.

Synonyms: ethology, comparative psychology, animal behavior study, zoopsychology

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animal psychology

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈænɪməl saɪˈkɒlədʒi/

Definition

The scientific study of the mental processes, behavior, and cognitive abilities of non-human species.

Examples

She decided to pursue a career in animal psychology to better understand how primates communicate.
The university's department of animal psychology published a groundbreaking study on avian intelligence.
Modern animal psychology emphasizes the importance of observing creatures in their natural habitats rather than just in laboratories.

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