Shy wild boars are sometimes better mothers

Friday, June 3, 2016 - 11:21 in Psychology & Sociology

It has been known for years that personality traits of animals, such as aggressiveness, risk-taking, curiosity or sociality, may have far-reaching consequences for reproduction and survival. However, separating the effect of personality from other factors, such as environmental conditions, is not easy. If the natural environment of the animals is subjected to strong fluctuations, the […]

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