Animal Behavior

Should Guinea Pigs Have a Companion? What Makes a Good Match

Guinea Pigs
Your guinea pig runs to greet you at feeding time. Does that mean your company is enough? Another guinea pig can offer something different—but only if the two are a good match.

How Do Elephants Communicate? Sound, Touch, and Social Signals

Animal Behavior
An elephant can recognize a familiar caller by voice. But what does a low rumble really convey—and why do touch, scent, and body language matter too?