Althia Rickard
Holding Grudges Holding a grudge is something that we can observe in humans. However, it’s also a behavior that can be observed in crows. If you have ever pissed a crow off, they remember. Crows have the ability to remember human faces and apparently, if they don’t …
Background Horned lizards scientific name is phrynosoma hernandesi, they are a type of retile that feeds on carnivores and are about 2.5 to 6 in; as small as a teacup. Horned-lizard species can be found in the deserts and semi-arid …
The strange behaviors of Elephants When there is a tragic death of a family member, there are usually steps that are taken to prepare for the funeral. During these services, it is normal and not strange to see a family …
Social and behavioral interactions of Chickens Chickens may seem like basic animals but they are unique and have complex social interactions and interesting behaviors. They are domesticated animals and prefer to be kept in groups called flocks. Before raising a chicken, it is …
Data was collected on 4/5/18 and 4/8/18. The trials were completed and the averages of the trials were calculated. The fish were slightly more active the second. The female stayed close to the divider and interacted with the males often. Data Collection: The Completion of …
This data was collected 4/3/18 and 4/4/18. More male/male trials were completed and most of the male/female trials were completed. Each pair was tested 3 times for a total of 15 minutes under inspection. The experimental tank was used for all of these trials. Experiment …
April 1st, 2018 3 PM The bystander trials began today. Using two pairs of fish six trials were completed. Male #2 and Male #4 were placed into experiment side A with the mirror, in each pair, these two fish were the focus of counting gill …
3/29/18 12 PM All fish were active and swimming in their bowls. There was a small amount of leftover food from yesterday in all but male #5’s fishbowl. Tanks are still clear. The self-trials for the males will be continued today during the regularly scheduled …
3/28/18 3pm Upon coming into the greenhouse, the team discovered that Male Betta #1 had died since yesterday’s feeding. He will be removed from the experiment but not replaced. The four remaining males will be used for data collection. Previously the female that had been …
March 22, 2018 The team added black rocks, tap water, and API Tap Water Conditioner to six small glass bowls. These bowls were labeled as Male #1 up to Male #5, and one bowl was labeled Female. All six …