Which branch of biology deals with the study of animal behavior? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which branch of biology deals with the study of animal behavior?
A. Eugenics
B. Ethology
C. Entomology
D. Ecology
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Ethology is the branch of biology that deals with the scientific and objective study of animal behavior, usually with a focus on behavior under natural conditions. Ecology studies ecosystems, Entomology studies insects, and Eugenics deals with the improvement of human genetic traits.

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