A hormone first discovered in Japanese quail turns out to play a major role in the mammalian reproductive system, acting on the brain to put the brakes on reproduction. The hormone, dubbed ...

I probably don't need to tell you that, although they're among our most basic biological functions as human beings, conception and pregnancy are basically the closest any of us are ever going to get ...

Anti‐Müllerian hormone (AMH) has emerged as a pivotal biomarker in veterinary reproductive health, offering insights into gonadal function across a range of species. Its role in the regulation of ...

When a Zoos Victoria team had difficulties breeding some of their critically endangered mountain pygmy-possums, they decided to investigate the animals’ hormone levels. A lot is known about hormones ...

Animals may not celebrate Valentine’s Day, but courtship rituals, pair bonding and fierce competition shape love in the wild.

Quite an advantage in today’s world.

Spaying or neutering doesn’t just prevent pregnancy. From metabolism and weight gain to behaviour and long-term health, a vet ...