Communication is the process by which one emitter conveys information to one or several
receivers to induce a response (behavioral or physiological) by the receiver. Communication …

Olfactory communication is an important mediator of social interactions in mammals, thought
to provide information about an individual's identity and current social, reproductive, and …

The behavioural transition from filial dependence to weaning in harbour seal pups is poorly
understood. Here we trace progressive changes in pup behaviour with the mother at two …

Olfaction is one of the most commonly used senses for communication among animals and
is of particular importance to mother-offspring recognition in mammals. The use of smell in …

Like most sea lions, Australian sea lions are benthic foragers with prolonged lactation,
extensive parental care, complex social interactions, mild-moderate polygyny, are relatively …

Pinnipeds, as any mammal species, use multimodal signals, including olfactory ones, to
ensure vital functions. Thus, some pinniped species seem able to use olfaction in both social …