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Is there a term for the knowledge domain that deals with animal mind and behavior?

Initially, I'd thought that it is "Zoology", but it doesn't look like a fit.

Basically I was wondering if the study of human mind and behavior is called "Psychology", what is the name for the study of animal mind and behavior?

Best Answer

Ethology, Animal Behavior, and Comparative Psychology all are recognized disciplines dealing with various aspects of animal behavior and psychology.

The fine distinctions and boundaries between these areas are often subject to debate -- in fact they seem to overlap to a great extent.

See Ethology on Wikipedia for interesting insights. (Not to be confused with 'ethnology'.)