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animal behavior - Student Encyclopedia (Ages 11 and up)

People have always been fascinated by the amazingly varied behavior of animals. Ancient humans observed the habits of animals, partly out of curiosity but primarily in order to hunt and to domesticate some animals. Most people today have a less practical interest in animal behavior. They simply enjoy the antics and activities of pets, of animals in zoos, and of wildlife.

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