Researchers from Tel Aviv University’s School of Zoology studied the behavior and movement of the common spur-winged lapwing and compared the habits of “urban lapwings” to those of their “rural” counterparts. In this latest study — the third in a series — the researchers tracked spur-winged lapwings in the Beit She'an and Harod Valleys, finding that birds living in human settlements exhibited greater mobility than those in nearby fishponds and fields, especially during the nesting season.

Are dogs really the key to better health and a happier life? In this new study, dog owners were invited to describe the biggest benefits and challenges of dog ownership. The commitments and responsibilities of having a dog were found to be both a joy and a burden, highlighting the importance of making a conscious adoption choice.