1. The student will be able to define different approaches to the study on animal behavior.

2. Classify animal behaviors into wide range of different categories.  

3. Describe between-species differences in behavioral strategies used.

4. Define the difference between ultimate and proximate causes of different behaviors.

5. Conduct the cost-benefit analysis of optimal behaviors and discuss their contribution to direct or indirect fitness.

6. Discuss the role of species memory and individual experience and learning in shaping behavior.