Articles related to "Social Structure"

Contrary to popular belief, feral cats are quite sociable, forming close friendships with others and collectively rearing their young.

Bonobos live in the continent of Africa, but have a specific habitat in the humid forests south of the Congo River in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Visitors who know the habitat, food, characteristics and social behavior of the Spotted Hyaena enjoy spotting them in Game Reserves and conservation areas.

Knowledge of the physical description, social structure, hunting methods and habitat of the Leopard (Panthera pardus) will assist visitors in finding this elusive cat.

From the gentleman farmers of the elite to the tradesmen of the lower orders, day-to-day life varied hugely between the classes in Ancient Rome.

A chimpanzee that is upset by conflict is often hugged or groomed by another chimp, one that regularly shares food or play, lowering levels of key stress indicators.

The purpose of environmental design is to accomodate life's necessities in a most optimal integrated structure.

The Cape Fox (Vulpes Chama) is the chameleon of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park's landscape. It is also the only true fox found in South Africa.

The Cape Hunting Dog or African Wild Dog is one of Africa's most interesting and endangered mammals with unique hunting and family behavior.

The Age of Enlightenment has been crucial for developments and advances in human rights, education, and modern democracy.

This article analyses and questions the trends of brain and testes size in bat species.

Tally lives in Uglyville - but not for long. They are quickly approaching their 16th birthday which means they'll finally get their surgery to be pretty, or will they?

Non-human primates' capability for language is a result of their motivation, which lies in the importance of protection, social status, and for teaching skills.

New England "godly communities" were rooted in theological and Old Testament beliefs that clearly defined the roles and responsibilities of community members.

The Minutemen and Their World, authored by Robert A. Gross, is a well written and easy to read work which focuses on the town of Concord, Massachusetts.

Australian Aborigines suffer far higher rates of mental illness than non-Indigenous peoples. But who is causing this crisis, and more importantly, who is measuring it?

Participation in the market economy is on the global agenda as a solution for Indigenous community dysfunction. But we should examine the Alaskan experience, and beware..

This is the first in a series of articles that reviews the book "Sex and Society in the World of the Orthodox Slavs, 900-1700" by Eve Levin.

Today a Mozart opera seems hardly likely to cause public riots, but this perception of harmlessness wasn't always the case.

The west doesn't hold the monopoly on colonisation of indigenous peoples. Taiwan's aborigines suffer the same ravages of invasion as other first nations around the world.

A brief overview of the difference between brand name and generic pharmaceuticals.

Social computing means lots of things to many people, but everybody enerally agrees it's to do with online social interaction - such as chat forums, blogs and wikis.

A new social history depicting scenes from the town and countryside of medieval England.

Most indigenous societies had drugs and alcohol before colonisation, but with little or no addiction and abuse. So why do we have such high levels of drug abuse now?

Further study of peccary from Brazil is necessary to determine if it is distinct from South American Collared peccary which has large home range and genetic variability.

The Indian Reorganization Act provided several short-term benefits, but what about the long-term effect?

Mountain gorillas endure new round of slaughter. Rangers find healthy infant before fighting resumes in DRC's Virunga Park, home of nearly half of world population.

Feminist Liberation Theology strives to empower women even while working within the traditionally patriarchal structure of the church.

Hazing is an issue that is of great concern to those involved with student organizations. With a little research, hazing is something that can easily be prevented.

A new novel by Donald Angell is set off Cape Cod and revolves around experiments in communicating with whales.

A profile of German sociologist, historian, author and philosopher Max Weber, one of the founders of modern sociology.

The Feudal system in Medieval Europe was a 'pyramid' system used, with promises to station above you. The Nazi system of government was strangely similar.

At first welcomed by the West, Nikolai Ceausescu was later realized to be one of the most brutal Stalinist dictators.

Set in the Vizag, India, Farahad Zama's first novel is a fun glimpse into the world of Indian wedding customs, matchmaking and arranged marriages.

Sex changes in fish are often triggered by shifts in the social structure of a population.

Moby Dick's whale is still being hunted by Japan and Indonesia. Oceanic pollution, underwater sound, boat traffic and drift nets also problems for the sperm whale.

In 14th-century plague-struck Europe, Jewish communities hid their most treasured possessions and fled. Two such treasure troves are explored in this exhibition catalogue

Vivaah was a surprise success story upon its release in 2006. It relies more on traditional views of values and relationships, than on commercial movie gimmicks.

Leonardo da Vinci, Marcel Duchamp and Martin Creed all had different ways of literally bringing art to life.

Some of literature's most enduring and best loved children's books fit into the fantasy category. This article is a brief introduction to three different styles.

One of the fall's most highly anticipated shows, Fox's Glee, will premiere on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2009, bringing with it comedy, drama and Broadway.

According to the Romance Writer's of America, the romance novel contains a central love story and an emotionally satisfying ending.

All we need is a great big... knife fight! The benefits of structured social violence in Indigenous societies in comparison to more chaotic "civilised" violence.

Talented and gifted children may receive more social and educational attention, but it's a parent's job to balance things to give an equal family platform.

Very little is known about the childhood of Boudica or Cleopatra. Caroline Corby explores what their lives may have been like as children and young teenagers.

Martha Beck teaches behavior management strategies to lose weight in her new book The Four Day Win. By ending your days of starvation diets, you'll gain confidence.

The style and mood you set the first day sounds the tone for the entire year. With eighth graders, teachers may find more of a need to apply a unique style to traditions

The British government's decision to colonise a newly discovered land in the south began the transportation to Australia of convicts considered the dregs of society.

International volunteers might spend a couple of weeks, several months, or even longer, abroad. Coping with culture shock requires flexibility, sensitivity, and humor.

Intercultural marriages require more than simply getting along. Here are marriage issues and advice to consider before you tie the knot with someone from another culture