Zoology

Zoology is the scientific study of animals, including their biology, behavior, evolution, classification, and distribution. It encompasses all aspects of animal life, ranging from microscopic organisms to large mammals. Zoologists investigate various facets of animal life, such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, ecology, and the interactions animals have with each other and their environments. The discipline is divided into several subfields, including entomology (study of insects), ornithology (study of birds), herpetology (study of reptiles and amphibians), and mammalogy (study of mammals), among others. Zoology plays a crucial role in understanding biodiversity, animal conservation, and the ecological dynamics of ecosystems.