Animal Behavior Society
@animbehsociety.bsky.social
We promote and advance the scientific study of animal behavior and publish the journal Animal Behaviour. Website: http://animalbehaviorsociety.org.
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We know you don't want to start your year by forgetting to submit a symposia proposal before the 31 January deadline.
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#academicsky #ecbb2026
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#academicsky #ecbb2026
January 5, 2026 at 2:03 PM
We know you don't want to start your year by forgetting to submit a symposia proposal before the 31 January deadline.
www.aru.ac.uk/science-and-...
#academicsky #ecbb2026
www.aru.ac.uk/science-and-...
#academicsky #ecbb2026
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What a well deserved award! Very happy that we get to be part of your 2025 highlights!
It was a fantastic academic year !! I had the opportunity to participate in my first ABS conference @animbehsociety.bsky.social ! It was my first presentation in english! 🥇🤯🤓 and unexpectedly I won the best poster presentation 🤗...
January 5, 2026 at 5:55 PM
What a well deserved award! Very happy that we get to be part of your 2025 highlights!
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A new issue of #PhilTransB expands the field of cultural evolution and shows why it matters for today’s biggest challenges - from #inequality and cooperation to #conservation and education. Read articles (all #OA): buff.ly/S44vv6l
December 5, 2025 at 5:51 PM
A new issue of #PhilTransB expands the field of cultural evolution and shows why it matters for today’s biggest challenges - from #inequality and cooperation to #conservation and education. Read articles (all #OA): buff.ly/S44vv6l
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POSTDOC ALERT🚨
Two exciting social evolution postdoc positions live today!
We're looking for two excellent field biologists. Join us to explore the evolution of sociality in wasps across Africa. Apply by 11th January.
Collaboration with
@dustinrubenstein.com
@bristolbiosci.bsky.social
Two exciting social evolution postdoc positions live today!
We're looking for two excellent field biologists. Join us to explore the evolution of sociality in wasps across Africa. Apply by 11th January.
Collaboration with
@dustinrubenstein.com
@bristolbiosci.bsky.social
December 12, 2025 at 8:58 PM
POSTDOC ALERT🚨
Two exciting social evolution postdoc positions live today!
We're looking for two excellent field biologists. Join us to explore the evolution of sociality in wasps across Africa. Apply by 11th January.
Collaboration with
@dustinrubenstein.com
@bristolbiosci.bsky.social
Two exciting social evolution postdoc positions live today!
We're looking for two excellent field biologists. Join us to explore the evolution of sociality in wasps across Africa. Apply by 11th January.
Collaboration with
@dustinrubenstein.com
@bristolbiosci.bsky.social
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I'm recruiting a PhD student to study how predation shapes animal cognition and the conservation opportunities of animal cognition. Lots of fun field work in beautiful places : )
Please share !!
www.eifwooster.org/opportunities
Please share !!
www.eifwooster.org/opportunities
Opportunities — Eamonn I.F Wooster
www.eifwooster.org
December 14, 2025 at 10:43 PM
I'm recruiting a PhD student to study how predation shapes animal cognition and the conservation opportunities of animal cognition. Lots of fun field work in beautiful places : )
Please share !!
www.eifwooster.org/opportunities
Please share !!
www.eifwooster.org/opportunities
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December 15, 2025 at 3:40 AM
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Animals with misleading names. I'm seeing this go around as part of a viral tumblr thread so I thought I'd reshare it.
December 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Animals with misleading names. I'm seeing this go around as part of a viral tumblr thread so I thought I'd reshare it.
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This is excellent: Tips and Tricks for Writing Constructive Peer Reviews
Perhaps the most excellent part is this subhead: "Remember that peer review is not meant to crush souls". Right? Peer review should improve papers (and OK, gatekeep a little) - not make an author regret their career choices!
Perhaps the most excellent part is this subhead: "Remember that peer review is not meant to crush souls". Right? Peer review should improve papers (and OK, gatekeep a little) - not make an author regret their career choices!
In my first Editorial as Associate Editor for @conphysjournal.bsky.social, we help combat this lack of training by providing some "tips and tricks" for writing constructive peer reviews, based on our collective experiences as editors for multiple scientific journals.
Tips and tricks for writing constructive peer reviews
Peer review has been the cornerstone of scientific inquiry for centuries and is considered the backbone of scientific quality and rigour (Spier, 2002). Des
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December 15, 2025 at 3:04 PM
This is excellent: Tips and Tricks for Writing Constructive Peer Reviews
Perhaps the most excellent part is this subhead: "Remember that peer review is not meant to crush souls". Right? Peer review should improve papers (and OK, gatekeep a little) - not make an author regret their career choices!
Perhaps the most excellent part is this subhead: "Remember that peer review is not meant to crush souls". Right? Peer review should improve papers (and OK, gatekeep a little) - not make an author regret their career choices!
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🚨 We are recruiting a full-time Research Programmer to push forward several exciting machine learning projects in the lab!
Work on computational behavior and joint neural/behavior models. Start date flexible, can be a pre-grad-school position or longer term.
recruiting2.ultipro.com/SCR1003TSRI/...
Work on computational behavior and joint neural/behavior models. Start date flexible, can be a pre-grad-school position or longer term.
recruiting2.ultipro.com/SCR1003TSRI/...
recruiting2.ultipro.com
December 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
🚨 We are recruiting a full-time Research Programmer to push forward several exciting machine learning projects in the lab!
Work on computational behavior and joint neural/behavior models. Start date flexible, can be a pre-grad-school position or longer term.
recruiting2.ultipro.com/SCR1003TSRI/...
Work on computational behavior and joint neural/behavior models. Start date flexible, can be a pre-grad-school position or longer term.
recruiting2.ultipro.com/SCR1003TSRI/...
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Our call for symposia now open!
We are now accepting submissions for symposia, with submissions for oral/poster presentations invited from 31 January 2026.
For more info, or to download the proposal form, visit our conference page 👇
www.aru.ac.uk/science-and-...
We are now accepting submissions for symposia, with submissions for oral/poster presentations invited from 31 January 2026.
For more info, or to download the proposal form, visit our conference page 👇
www.aru.ac.uk/science-and-...
Call for symposia/papers - ECBB 2026 - ARU
Find out how to propose a symposium, paper, or poster for the European Congress for Behavioural Biology (ECBB) at ARU in Cambridge, 1-4 September 2026.
www.aru.ac.uk
December 11, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Our call for symposia now open!
We are now accepting submissions for symposia, with submissions for oral/poster presentations invited from 31 January 2026.
For more info, or to download the proposal form, visit our conference page 👇
www.aru.ac.uk/science-and-...
We are now accepting submissions for symposia, with submissions for oral/poster presentations invited from 31 January 2026.
For more info, or to download the proposal form, visit our conference page 👇
www.aru.ac.uk/science-and-...
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LOVE THIS!!
and even more after I saw the Epilogue content 😍
and even more after I saw the Epilogue content 😍
Big congrats to Terry Ord for receiving this year's Penny Bernstein Distinguished Teaching Award! While Terry is an avid animal behavior researcher, he also is passionate about teaching and published a (free!) graphic novel explaining topics in animal behavior! www.ordlab.unsw.edu.au/understandin...
December 11, 2025 at 11:35 AM
LOVE THIS!!
and even more after I saw the Epilogue content 😍
and even more after I saw the Epilogue content 😍
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I'm teaching Statistical Rethinking again starting Jan 2026. This time with live lectures, divided into Beginner and Experienced sections. Will be a lot more work for me, but I hope much better for students.
I will record lectures & all will be found at this link: github.com/rmcelreath/s...
I will record lectures & all will be found at this link: github.com/rmcelreath/s...
December 9, 2025 at 1:58 PM
I'm teaching Statistical Rethinking again starting Jan 2026. This time with live lectures, divided into Beginner and Experienced sections. Will be a lot more work for me, but I hope much better for students.
I will record lectures & all will be found at this link: github.com/rmcelreath/s...
I will record lectures & all will be found at this link: github.com/rmcelreath/s...
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📢 APPLY NOW...
...for the 2026 BOU Summer Placement Scheme
Financially supporting undergraduate students to carry out summer #ornithology research placements 🪶
Application deadline: 30 January 2026
Guidelines & application form: bou.org.uk/funding/s...
...for the 2026 BOU Summer Placement Scheme
Financially supporting undergraduate students to carry out summer #ornithology research placements 🪶
Application deadline: 30 January 2026
Guidelines & application form: bou.org.uk/funding/s...
December 10, 2025 at 3:00 PM
📢 APPLY NOW...
...for the 2026 BOU Summer Placement Scheme
Financially supporting undergraduate students to carry out summer #ornithology research placements 🪶
Application deadline: 30 January 2026
Guidelines & application form: bou.org.uk/funding/s...
...for the 2026 BOU Summer Placement Scheme
Financially supporting undergraduate students to carry out summer #ornithology research placements 🪶
Application deadline: 30 January 2026
Guidelines & application form: bou.org.uk/funding/s...
I know lots of our members love outreach - here is such a great opportunity to directly share your excitement for your research with students!
Alright scientists! It's that time again!
Time to sign up for Skype a Scientist's spring semester.
Want to get matched with a classroom in 2026?
Sign up now 🥰
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Time to sign up for Skype a Scientist's spring semester.
Want to get matched with a classroom in 2026?
Sign up now 🥰
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
December 10, 2025 at 6:17 PM
I know lots of our members love outreach - here is such a great opportunity to directly share your excitement for your research with students!
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🪶🌎🧪 WE'RE HIRING!!! Want to band fabulous birds on a far-flung island in the Western Pacific? We need to fill this position ASAP. More information here: birdpop.org/docs/jobs/Ro...
December 10, 2025 at 3:54 PM
🪶🌎🧪 WE'RE HIRING!!! Want to band fabulous birds on a far-flung island in the Western Pacific? We need to fill this position ASAP. More information here: birdpop.org/docs/jobs/Ro...
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🌸Anemones! 📈Plasticity! 😨Startle responses! 🌡️Temperature fluctuations!
Our December #ASABEditorsChoice for #AnimalBehaviourJournal: "Temperature-driven plasticity in boldness, its predictability and learning in the beadlet anemone, Actinia equina"
Read here: doi.org/10.1016/j.anbehav.2025.123353
Our December #ASABEditorsChoice for #AnimalBehaviourJournal: "Temperature-driven plasticity in boldness, its predictability and learning in the beadlet anemone, Actinia equina"
Read here: doi.org/10.1016/j.anbehav.2025.123353
December 10, 2025 at 5:07 PM
🌸Anemones! 📈Plasticity! 😨Startle responses! 🌡️Temperature fluctuations!
Our December #ASABEditorsChoice for #AnimalBehaviourJournal: "Temperature-driven plasticity in boldness, its predictability and learning in the beadlet anemone, Actinia equina"
Read here: doi.org/10.1016/j.anbehav.2025.123353
Our December #ASABEditorsChoice for #AnimalBehaviourJournal: "Temperature-driven plasticity in boldness, its predictability and learning in the beadlet anemone, Actinia equina"
Read here: doi.org/10.1016/j.anbehav.2025.123353
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UF Biology is searching for an Asst Prof in Evolution, Ecology of Infectious Disease - spread the word! @ufresearch.bsky.social @ufgeog.bsky.social @sse-evolution.bsky.social
explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/53...
explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/53...
University of Florida - Details - Assistant Professor in Ecology and Evolution of Infectious Disease
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December 10, 2025 at 5:04 PM
UF Biology is searching for an Asst Prof in Evolution, Ecology of Infectious Disease - spread the word! @ufresearch.bsky.social @ufgeog.bsky.social @sse-evolution.bsky.social
explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/53...
explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/53...
Woowhoo - congrats!! Who doesn't love to eavesdrop on some good bird neighbor disputes?
3 great words on a Monday morning: Accepted for publication! Our paper "Hushed disputes between noisy neighbours: Ovenbirds vary song amplitude during conflicts with territorial rivals" is coming to Animal Behaviour. 🤫🎶🐦 By Connor Acorn, Jenn Foote, and me. [📷: J. Foote] @animbehsociety.bsky.social
December 10, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Woowhoo - congrats!! Who doesn't love to eavesdrop on some good bird neighbor disputes?
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We are happy to announce that registration for ISBE2026 is now open! We encourage you to register as soon as possible to take advantage of reduced fees and to plan your trip and accommodation in advance.
Please read the information on www.isbe2026.com before proceeding with your registration.
Please read the information on www.isbe2026.com before proceeding with your registration.
November 28, 2025 at 6:57 AM
We are happy to announce that registration for ISBE2026 is now open! We encourage you to register as soon as possible to take advantage of reduced fees and to plan your trip and accommodation in advance.
Please read the information on www.isbe2026.com before proceeding with your registration.
Please read the information on www.isbe2026.com before proceeding with your registration.
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🐒 With or without you? 🤔
📌 A recent study shows how the presence of conspecifics affects the #personality expression of #marmosets. 🤩
#animalbehaviour #primates #sociality #callithrix
🔗 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
📌 A recent study shows how the presence of conspecifics affects the #personality expression of #marmosets. 🤩
#animalbehaviour #primates #sociality #callithrix
🔗 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
With or without you: common marmoset, Callithrix jacchus, personality expression is mediated by social setting
Animal personality has been studied in many solitary and socially living taxa, but the effect of conspecifics on the individuals' personality expressi…
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November 30, 2025 at 9:46 AM
🐒 With or without you? 🤔
📌 A recent study shows how the presence of conspecifics affects the #personality expression of #marmosets. 🤩
#animalbehaviour #primates #sociality #callithrix
🔗 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
📌 A recent study shows how the presence of conspecifics affects the #personality expression of #marmosets. 🤩
#animalbehaviour #primates #sociality #callithrix
🔗 www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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🚨 Important reminder for those who have an earlier grant deadline for #ASABSpring2025 March 23-25 in Bristol 🚨
@asab.org Spring, aimed at ECRs, is coming to Bristol!
Conference grant DEADLINE for Developing Country Applicants (<£2500) or anyone needing an early decision for visas (<£750) is in ONE WEEK, 1st December.
www.asab.org/conference-g...
Referee statement also needed by then! 🐝🐜🦟🦂🐠🐟🐬🦎🐸🦆🐿️🦓
Conference grant DEADLINE for Developing Country Applicants (<£2500) or anyone needing an early decision for visas (<£750) is in ONE WEEK, 1st December.
www.asab.org/conference-g...
Referee statement also needed by then! 🐝🐜🦟🦂🐠🐟🐬🦎🐸🦆🐿️🦓
November 25, 2025 at 5:10 PM
🚨 Important reminder for those who have an earlier grant deadline for #ASABSpring2025 March 23-25 in Bristol 🚨
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Putting on my hat as @asn-amnat.bsky.social ASN President for announcements, please share widely!!!
8) The ASN Diversity committee is seeking 2 new members to start Jan 2026, Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
8) The ASN Diversity committee is seeking 2 new members to start Jan 2026, Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
ASN DC Membership Application 2025
The ASN Diversity Committee (DC) seeks to add 2 new members starting in January 2026. The DC works to promote diversity, equity, and inclusiveness to enhance the study of evolution, ecology, and behav...
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November 25, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Putting on my hat as @asn-amnat.bsky.social ASN President for announcements, please share widely!!!
8) The ASN Diversity committee is seeking 2 new members to start Jan 2026, Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
8) The ASN Diversity committee is seeking 2 new members to start Jan 2026, Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
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when we say we want more streets to be pedestrianized, this is what we mean
November 25, 2025 at 4:46 PM
when we say we want more streets to be pedestrianized, this is what we mean
We know a lot of our membership either works on, or at least cares, about endangered species. There are recent governmental efforts to alter the Endangered Species Act. If you're concerned about this then you might want to consider signing this letter:
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Scientists' Call on Congress to Commit to Preventing Extinction, Safeguarding the ESA | Center for Conservation Innovation
Join this scientists' letter calling on Congress to commit to protecting species threatened with extinction by upholding the ESA and the science-based framework that underpins it.
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November 25, 2025 at 7:38 PM
We know a lot of our membership either works on, or at least cares, about endangered species. There are recent governmental efforts to alter the Endangered Species Act. If you're concerned about this then you might want to consider signing this letter:
defenders-cci.org/sign-on/safe...
defenders-cci.org/sign-on/safe...