This journal focuses on animal cognition and behavior, exploring topics such as consciousness, sentience, and awareness across various species. It examines the evolutionary origins of these capacities, the role of emotions (both positive and negative), and the challenges in scientifically studying subjective experiences. The journal also investigates specific cognitive abilities like memory, learning, and attention, and considers the implications of these studies for animal welfare and ethical treatment.
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SJR Quartile by Discipline
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Animal Science and ZoologyQ1
Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and SystematicsQ1
Veterinary (miscellaneous)Q1
Subject Classification
Web of Science Categories
Behavioral Sciences
Scopus Categories
Animal Science and ZoologyVeterinary (miscellaneous)Ecology, Evolution, Behavior and Systematics
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Primate Behavior and EcologyAnimal Vocal Communication and BehaviorChild and Animal Learning DevelopmentMemory and Neural MechanismsAnimal Behavior and ReproductionHuman-Animal Interaction StudiesCognitive Science and MappingNeuroscience and Music PerceptionAction Observation and SynchronizationNeuroendocrine regulation and behavior