New research by Smithsonian scientists suggests that preferences for certain sounds might be evolutionarily conserved ...

It’s important to remember that we humans are simply animals. A very advanced species, but members of the animal kingdom ...

Finding a lifelong partner is uncommon in the animal kingdom. Most species focus on mating opportunities rather than lasting ...

Swans are one of the most famous symbols of romance. Their commitment to their mates and the famous heart shape when they put ...

Your taste in music may feel unique, but there may be something more biologically innate driving your acoustic choices: A new ...

Photograph of three male zebra finches (Taeniopygia castanotis), whose mating calls were used as part of the study. Credit: Raina Fan. The bright colors of butterfly wings, the sweet aromas of flowers ...

The researchers are turning to a simple online game to find out.

People and animals often prefer the same mating sounds. New study shows shared biology may shape what we find pleasing to ...

Some animals form lifelong pair bonds that run deeper than simple mating. These connections shape how they live, move, and interact with the world. When a partner is lost, the change is often visible.

The bright colors of butterfly wings, the sweet aromas of flowers, and the euphonious melodies of songbirds all evolved as ...

Animals do all sorts of things to attract each other as potential mates. Many birds, for example, produce feathers with ...