Animal sciences is an interdisciplinary field of study focused on the biology, care, and management of animals, particularly those that are domesticated for agricultural purposes. This field encompasses various aspects including genetics, nutrition, physiology, reproduction, behavior, and health of animals such as livestock, poultry, and companion animals. Researchers and professionals in animal sciences work to improve animal breeding practices, enhance animal welfare, develop sustainable livestock production systems, and ensure the safety and quality of animal-derived products like meat, milk, and eggs. The field also addresses issues related to animal conservation, wildlife management, and the impact of animal agriculture on the environment. Advancements in animal sciences contribute to food security, economic development, and the overall well-being of animals and humans alike.
Study reveals heath goannas, a species of giant lizard, could save the Australian sheep industry millions by managing blowfly populations better than invasive species, underscoring…
Researchers from Roskilde University in Denmark have developed a universal equation that can effectively predict the frequency of wingbeats and fin strokes made by birds,…
A study reveals that Bronze Age Mongolian nomads used metal cauldrons for blood collection and milk fermentation, suggesting early domestication of yaks. Archaeologists have frequently…
Meerkats use two distinct types of vocal interactions to maintain communication with their group mates. Sometimes their calls simply convey information, while other times, meerkats…
Behavior that is “surprisingly strategic” enhances our understanding of animal cognition. Are mice clever enough to be strategic? Kishore Kuchibhotla, a Johns Hopkins University neuroscientist…
With skull parts that click together like puzzle pieces and a large central tooth, the real-life sandworm is stranger than fiction. Amphisbaenians are strange creatures….
Cat owners want their pets to be happy, yet overfeeding can lead to unintended outcomes. The prevalence of feline obesity is increasing, affecting cats’ health,…
A cat’s larynx can generate purring sounds without cyclical neural input. Cats are vocal creatures: they meow, screech, and purr. From a voice production point…
The results have important implications for surgical procedures, computer simulations of the musculoskeletal system, muscle function, and rehabilitation. In the field of science, conclusions derived…
Research using fruit flies sheds light on how other species might identify and steer clear of foods with high alkalinity or pH levels. The sense…
A new study describes how selfishness can lead to fairness. Physicists have verified a fifty-year-old hypothesis that explains the formation of herds as a result of…
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Cephalopods were found to have similar brain development to vertebrates in a new study. Cephalopods, which include octopuses, squid, and cuttlefish, exhibit impressive behaviors such…
Marine biologists have discovered that whale sharks consume plants, making the famous species the largest omnivore in the world. Whale sharks consume plants, according to…
The discovery opens the door to a mosquito-specific insecticide that would spare beneficial insects A genetic discovery from the University of California – Riverside (UCR)…
Inside a dog’s mind: Dogs have a “multi-modal mental image” of their familiar items Many dog lovers are curious about what goes on in the…
Humans or seals? Who has the best underwater hearing? All mammals lived on land millions of years ago, but eventually, certain species abandoned the land…
The world’s fastest land animal, the cheetah, is a successful hunter not only because it is quick, but also because it can hold an incredibly…