International in scope, Ethology publishes original research on behaviour including physiological mechanisms, function, and evolution. Behaviour in all species is addressed, from slime moulds to humans. Experimental research is preferred, both from the field and the lab, and grounded in a theoretical framework. The section 'Current Issues - Perspectives and Reviews' provides an overview of the field and may include theoretical investigations and essays on controversial topics.

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Highly accessed papers
The following five Ethology articles were accessed most frequently by users in 2009. Click on each link to view the abstract.

Intelligence in Corvids and Apes: A Case of Convergent Evolution?
Amanda Seed, Nathan Emery, Nicola Clayton

The Science of Animal Suffering
Marian Stamp Dawkins

Male Siamese Fighting Fish, Betta splendens, Increase Rather than Conceal Courtship Behavior when a Rival is Present
Teresa Dzieweczynski, Sarah Lyman, Elysia Poor

Biased Citation Practice and Taxonomic Parochialism
Michael Taborsky

Baby Schema in Infant Faces Induces Cuteness Perception and Motivation for Caretaking in Adults
Melanie
Glocker, Daniel Langleben, Kosha Ruparel, James Loughead, Ruben Gur, Norbert Sachser

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